Last Updated on December 23, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a list of Golden State Warriors Legends who have made significant contributions to the team’s history:

Early Years and 1975 Championship Era

  1. Wilt Chamberlain
    • Played for the Philadelphia Warriors (before the team moved to Golden State).
    • Known for his scoring dominance and rebounding records.
  2. Rick Barry
    • Led the Warriors to their first championship in the Bay Area (1975).
    • Known for his underhand free throws and scoring ability.
    • Finals MVP in 1975.
  3. Nate Thurmond
    • Renowned for his defense and rebounding.
    • The first player in NBA history to record a quadruple-double.
    • A Warriors icon for his loyalty and grit.

Run TMC Era (1989–1991)

  1. Tim Hardaway
    • Known for his “UTEP Two-Step” crossover.
    • A dynamic point guard who brought excitement to the Warriors’ offense.
  2. Mitch Richmond
    • Scoring wing who won NBA Rookie of the Year in 1989.
  3. Chris Mullin
    • A sharpshooter and Hall of Famer known for his smooth jumper and scoring ability.

We Believe Era (2007)

  1. Baron Davis
    • Leader of the “We Believe” Warriors, who upset the #1-seeded Dallas Mavericks in the 2007 playoffs.
    • Known for his athleticism and clutch plays.
  2. Stephen Jackson
    • Integral to the “We Believe” team with his versatility and fearless play.

Dynasty Era (2015–present)

  1. Stephen Curry
    • Revolutionized basketball with his shooting.
    • 4× NBA Champion (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022).
    • 2× MVP (2015, 2016), including the first unanimous MVP in NBA history.
  2. Klay Thompson
  • Known as one half of the “Splash Brothers” with Curry.
  • Key contributor to all four championships in the modern era.
  1. Draymond Green
  • The defensive anchor and emotional leader of the Warriors’ dynasty.
  • 4× NBA Champion.
  1. Kevin Durant
  • 2× Finals MVP (2017, 2018) during his time with the Warriors.
  • Elevated the team to unprecedented dominance.

Other Notable Warriors

  1. Al Attles
  • Longtime player, coach, and executive for the Warriors.
  • Played and coached during the 1975 championship season.
  1. Andre Iguodala
  • Finals MVP in 2015 for his defensive efforts on LeBron James.
  • Key role player during the Warriors’ championship runs.
  1. Latrell Sprewell
  • A star for the Warriors in the 1990s, known for his scoring and athleticism.

These legends reflect the rich history of the Golden State Warriors, from their early days in Philadelphia to becoming one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises.