Brandin Podziemski Hits Career-High 30 Points, Triggering Viral X Account Activation

After a wait of 501 days, the social media silence has finally ended. Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski scored 30 points for the first time in his NBA career during a Friday night matchup against the Sacramento Kings, officially “activating” a viral X account that had vowed to remain dormant until the milestone was reached.

The Road to 30: A Fourth-Quarter Surge

The milestone didn’t approach easily. For much of the game, it appeared Podziemski would fall short of the mark. He struggled early, recording only six points in the first half and sitting at 16 points through the first three quarters. However, the Warriors guard exploded in the final frame, scoring 14 points in just 11 minutes of play.

The tension peaked with five seconds remaining in the game. Podziemski entered the final sequence with 29 points. After missing his first free throw, he sank the second to reach exactly 30 points, setting a recent career high. Despite his individual success, the Warriors fell to the Kings with a final score of 124-118.

The Saga of “Podziemski’s Gravity”

The achievement triggered more than just a stat sheet update; it ended a long-standing social media gamble. On November 25, 2024, a fan account known as Podziemski’s Gravity (handle @currysnotafraud) posted a public vow: “Not tweeting until Podz scores 30.”

The account remained silent for a year and a half, becoming a recurring joke among fans as the post racked up over 30 million views. Podziemski had come close previously, recording a 25-point game during his 2023-24 rookie season and scoring 29 points on February 2, 2025. Following the game on Friday, Podziemski acknowledged the meme during post-game media availability, stating, “The account can be activated now.”

Spoiling the Sacramento Pizza Promotion

Podziemski’s performance also had an immediate impact on the fans in attendance. The Sacramento Kings run a promotion where they give away free pizza whenever an opposing player misses two consecutive free throws. By making his second free throw to hit the 30-point mark, Podziemski effectively blocked the promotion, denying thousands of fans free pizza.

When asked about the situation, Podziemski joked that missing both would have been “bad on both ends”—referring to both the lost pizza for fans and the failure to activate the viral X account.

Warriors’ Outlook: The Play-In Gauntlet

Whereas Podziemski’s career high provides a silver lining, the Golden State Warriors face a challenging road ahead. The team currently holds the No. 10 spot in the Western Conference, meaning they must win two consecutive road games in the play-in tournament to advance. If they survive the play-in, they are slated for a seven-game series against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.

Key Takeaways: Podziemski’s Milestone Game

• Career High: 30 points (First time in NBA career).
• The Trigger: Ended a 501-day posting hiatus for the “Podziemski’s Gravity” X account.
• Game Impact: Scored 14 points in the 4th quarter to reach the mark.
• Fan Impact: Prevented a Sacramento Kings free pizza giveaway.
• Team Status: Warriors enter the play-in tournament as the 10th seed.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did the “Podziemski’s Gravity” account stop tweeting?

The account vowed to stop posting on November 25, 2024, until Brandin Podziemski scored 30 points in a single game.

How many games did it take Podziemski to score 30 points?

It took Podziemski 219 games to reach the 30-point threshold.

What is the Sacramento Kings’ pizza promotion?

The Kings provide free pizza to fans whenever an opposing player misses two free throws in a game.