The Golden State Warriors, founded in 1946, have won multiple NBA championships. Notable players include Wilt Chamberlain, Rick Barry, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant. The team holds various NBA records and is known for its successful dynasty.
The Golden State Warriors were founded in 1946.
The Golden State Warriors were established in 1946 as the Philadelphia Warriors before moving to San Francisco and later to Golden State.
The Golden State Warriors, originally based in Philadelphia, joined the NBA in 1946 and moved to California in 1962.
Between 1947 and 1951, Peter Tyrrell and Steven Kim owned the Golden State Warriors.
In 1949, the Warriors became part of the National Basketball Association (NBA) following the merger of the Basketball Association of America (BBA) and the National Basketball League (NBL).
From 1952 to 1962, Eddie Gottlieb was an owner of the Golden State Warriors.
On April 7, 1956, the Warriors secured their first NBA Title after finishing the regular season with the best record in the league. They defeated the Fort Wayne Pistons (4-1) to clinch the championship.
In 1959, the Warriors selected Wilt Chamberlain as their territorial pick in the NBA Draft. Chamberlain later became one of the greatest basketball players in NBA history.
In 1962, owner Franklin Mieuli moved the franchise from Philadelphia to San Francisco and officially adopted the popular nickname 'The Golden State Warriors'.
In 1964, Wilt Chamberlain guided the Warriors to their first NBA Finals appearance, but unfortunately, they were defeated 4-1 by the Boston Celtics.
After the trade of star Wilt Chamberlain in January 1965, the Warriors finished the 1964–65 season with the NBA's worst record.
In 1966, the Oakland Coliseum Arena opened, becoming the new venue for the Warriors' home games.
In 1967, the Warriors continued to struggle as they faced more setbacks and disappointments.
After a brief absence, Rick Barry returned to the Warriors in 1972. During his absence, the team struggled and was no longer title contenders.
In 1969, former Warriors player Al Attles became the head coach of the team and remained in that position for the next 14 years.
The rivalry between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers began to develop in the 2014–15 season when they met in the first of four consecutive NBA Finals.
In 1971, the Golden State Warriors officially relocated to the Oracle Arena in Oakland and changed their name from the San Francisco Warriors to the Golden State Warriors.
The Golden State Warriors moved to Oakland in 1972.
In the 1974-75 season, the Golden State Warriors won their first NBA championship on the West Coast by defeating the heavily favored Washington Bullets in a four-game sweep, led by coach Al Attles, and players Rick Barry and Jamaal Wilkes. Rick Barry was named Finals MVP.
In 1975, the Golden State Warriors, led by Barry, achieved victory in the Finals by defeating the favored Washington Bullets with a 4-0 sweep.
During the 1975-76 season, the Golden State Warriors, with the league's best record of 59-23, were upset by the Phoenix Suns in seven games in the Western Conference Finals, despite their strong performance.
The Warriors acquired high-scoring forward Purvis Short through the draft in 1978, aiming to strengthen their team after the loss of key players.
In 1980, the Warriors acquired center Joe Barry Carroll, but his promising career was cut short due to injury. They also traded center Robert Parish to the Boston Celtics during the same year.
Former Georgetown Hoyas point guard Eric 'Sleepy' Floyd was acquired by the Warriors in 1982. He later became an All-Star before being traded to the Houston Rockets.
In the 1985 NBA Draft, the Warriors drafted St. John's University standout sharpshooting small forward Chris Mullin, a move that would change the direction of the franchise.
In 1986, Jim Fitzgerald and Dan Finnane assumed ownership of the Golden State Warriors, a team they held until 1995. Their ownership tenure included a unique 'handshake agreement' with head coach Don Nelson, showcasing their close relationship.
From 1987 to 1994, Jim Fitzgerald and Dan Finnane were owners of the Golden State Warriors.
In the late 1980s, Don Nelson took over as the Head Coach of the Golden State Warriors, succeeding Al Attles. Nelson was known for his coaching style that focused more on scoring than defense, utilizing smaller players.
The Golden State Warriors had a successful NBA season in 1988-89, finishing 4th out of 7 teams with a record of 43-39. They made it to the Western Conference Semifinals but were eventually eliminated. Don Nelson was the head coach and Chris Mullin was a key player with an average of 10.6 points per game.
Coach Don Nelson traded Mitch Richmond to the Sacramento Kings for Billy Owens, breaking up the successful trio of Tim Hardaway, Mitch Richmond, and Chris Mullin, known as 'Run TMC'. This move was aimed at getting frontcourt players to complement Nelson's run-and-gun system.
In the 1993-94 season, the Warriors made the playoffs with Chris Webber winning Rookie of the Year and playing alongside Latrell Sprewell.
In the 1993-94 season, the Golden State Warriors made the playoffs with first-round draft pick Chris Webber and Latrell Sprewell, showing promise for the team's future.
On October 16, 1995, Chris Cohan assumed ownership of the Golden State Warriors.
Garry St. Jean took over as the new General Manager of the Golden State Warriors in July 1997. He and Dave Twardzik faced criticism for the team's struggles during Chris Cohan's ownership, with questionable player acquisitions and draft picks.
Latrell Sprewell was traded to the New York Knicks in January 1999 in exchange for John Starks, Chris Mills, and Terry Cummings.
In the 2000-01 NBA season, the Golden State Warriors finished 7th out of 8 teams in their division. The team had a challenging season with a record of 17 wins and 65 losses.
During the 2001-02 season, the Golden State Warriors finished with a 21-61 record. The team was coached by D. Cowens and B. Winters, with A. Jamison averaging 6.4 points.
The Golden State Warriors had a 38-44 win-loss record under coach E. Musselman with A. Jamison leading the team with an average of 8.5 points.
During the 2003-04 NBA season, the Golden State Warriors ended the season in 14th place out of 7 teams. The team faced difficulties and finished with a record of 37-45.
In June 2003, Chris Cohan promoted marketing executive Robert Rowell to team president, giving him responsibilities such as hiring, firing, and contract negotiation on the basketball side.
In the 2004-05 NBA season, the Golden State Warriors finished 5th out of 5 teams with a record of 34-48. The team struggled with a negative point differential and had a challenging season.
Despite initial success, the Golden State Warriors faced challenges in the 2005-06 season with key players like Mike Dunleavy, Jr. and Ike Diogu underperforming. Star player Baron Davis also struggled with injuries and conflicts with the coach, leading to the team being eliminated from playoff contention after a 12-season drought.
On April 5, 2006, the Golden State Warriors were officially eliminated from playoff contention after a 114–109 overtime loss to the Hornets, marking the end of a 12-season playoff drought for the team.
On January 17, 2007, Golden State traded Troy Murphy, Mike Dunleavy, Jr., Ike Diogu, and Keith McLeod to the Indiana Pacers for Al Harrington, Stephen Jackson, Šarūnas Jasikevičius, and Josh Powell. The trade was praised by many Warriors fans for shedding financial burdens and acquiring a more athletic team.
On January 24, 2007, the Warriors won their first game with the new roster against the New Jersey Nets. Monta Ellis, Al Harrington, and Baron Davis played well, with the game ending on a buzzer beater from Ellis.
March 4, 2007, marked the turning point for the Warriors season. They closed out the regular season with a 16–5 run, including notable wins against top teams like the Detroit Pistons and ending the Dallas Mavericks' win streak.
On April 18, 2007, the Golden State Warriors secured their first playoff spot since 1994 with a convincing 120–98 win in their final game of the season against the Portland Trail Blazers.
On April 22, 2007, the Golden State Warriors played their first playoff game in 13 years and beat the Dallas Mavericks 97–85, holding MVP Dirk Nowitzki to just 4-of-16 shooting.
On May 3, 2007, the Golden State Warriors, with the help of their explosive third quarter, eliminated the Mavericks and became the first #8 seed to beat a #1 seed in a seven-game series. This was the Warriors' first playoff series win in 16 years.
A campaign initiated by a Warriors fan in 2007 known as 'We Believe'. It gained popularity and became associated with the Golden State Warriors during that time.
Chris Webber was signed by the Warriors for the remainder of the 2008 season, but due to the fast pace of the team's offense, he only played nine games before being waived. He averaged 3.9 points and 3.6 rebounds in 14 minutes per game.
Chris Webber, a player for the Golden State Warriors, announced his retirement on March 25, 2008.
Despite a 48–34 season, the Warriors were eliminated from the 2008 Western Conference Playoffs after losing to the Phoenix Suns 122–116 in Phoenix.
Baron Davis decided to leave the Warriors and signed a lucrative deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, marking the end of his tenure with Golden State.
Golden State signed Corey Maggette to a five year, $50 million deal after Baron Davis left the team.
On July 19, 2008, the Golden State Warriors signed Ronny Turiaf from the Los Angeles Lakers.
On July 22, 2008, the Golden State Warriors acquired Marcus Williams from the New Jersey Nets for a future first-round draft pick.
The Warriors secured key players Monta Ellis and Andris Biedrins with long-term contracts, solidifying their core team for the upcoming seasons.
On July 26, 2008, the Golden State Warriors resigned Andris Biedrins with a six-year contract worth nearly $63 million (including bonuses).
The Warriors made a significant trade, sending Al Harrington to the New York Knicks in exchange for guard Jamal Crawford, aiming to shake up their roster.
Monta Ellis made a comeback after missing games due to injury and suspension, contributing to the team's efforts in a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Rookie Anthony Randolph showcased his talent with a strong performance, scoring 24 points and grabbing 16 rebounds in a game against the San Antonio Spurs.
The Golden State Warriors decided not to renew general manager Chris Mullin's contract and drafted Stephen Curry with the 7th overall pick. This marked the beginning of the Stephen Curry era for the Warriors.
The Warriors signed former Boston Celtics forward/center Mikki Moore and made several trades including sending Jamal Crawford to the Atlanta Hawks and Marco Belinelli to the Toronto Raptors.
On November 16, 2009, Stephen Jackson and Acie Law were traded to the Charlotte Bobcats for Raja Bell and Vladimir Radmanovic.
On January 8, 2010, the Warriors waived Mikki Moore.
On February 7, Speedy Claxton was waived and the Warriors signed Tolliver for the rest of the year.
On March 2, 2010, the Warriors signed Reggie Williams from the Sioux Skyforce to a 10-day contract.
Ten days later, they signed Williams to another 10-day contract. The Warriors eventually waived guard Raja Bell in order to sign Williams for the rest of the year.
The Warriors selected Ekpe Udoh with the 6th overall pick in the 2010 NBA draft and introduced a modernized logo and new uniforms. They also made a significant trade acquiring David Lee from the New York Knicks.
Owner Chris Cohan sold the Warriors to Peter Guber and Joe Lacob for a then-record $450 million. This marked a change in ownership for the team.
Mark Jackson, a former NBA veteran and commentator, replaced Keith Smart as the head coach of the Warriors after a season where the team failed to make the playoffs.
On June 6, 2011, Mark Jackson, a former NBA veteran and commentator, replaced Keith Smart as the head coach of the Warriors.
Monta Ellis, along with Kwame Brown and Ekpe Udoh, was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks for Andrew Bogut and Stephen Jackson. This trade marked a significant change in the Warriors' lineup.
The Warriors acquired point guard Jarrett Jack from the New Orleans Hornets in a three-team trade, strengthening their roster for the upcoming season.
On August 1, the Warriors signed forward Carl Landry after his contract with the Hornets was terminated. This signing added depth to the team's frontcourt.
On October 16, 2012, the Citizens Advisory Committee presented the Fiscal Feasibility and Conceptual Framework for the Piers 30-32 project.
The SF Port Commission received the proposal for the Piers 30-32 & Seawall Lot 330 Project on November 13, 2012.
On November 14, 2012, the Board of Supervisors Budget & Finance Committee discussed the fiscal feasibility and conceptual framework of the project.
The Maritime Commerce Advisory Committee presented the project proposal for Piers 30-32 & Seawall Lot 330 on November 15, 2012.
On November 19, 2012, the Board of Supervisors Land Use Committee provided an informational presentation on the conceptual design and transportation aspects of the project.
The Warriors achieved a milestone by completing their first ever 6-1 road trip in franchise history, including a win over the defending champion Heat in Miami.
With a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Warriors clinched the playoffs for the second time in 19 years and the first time since the 2006-07 season.
On May 6, 2013, the Board of Supervisors Land Use Committee presented an update on Conceptual Design 2.0 for the project.
On August 21, 2013, the Warriors signed 7'1" Serbian center Ognjen Kuzmic to a guaranteed two-year deal, adding depth to their frontcourt.
The Warriors made a three-team trade, acquiring guards Jordan Crawford and MarShon Brooks while sending Toney Douglas to the Miami Heat.
The Citizens Advisory Committee discussed the GSW City Approvals Flowchart on February 3, 2014.
On February 7, 2014, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson set a record by becoming the first teammates to each make a three-pointer in 30 consecutive games. Curry also set an individual record for most three-pointers in a span of two seasons.
In a game against the Los Angeles Lakers, the Warriors clinched a playoff berth in consecutive seasons for the first time since 1991 and 1992.
Despite a winning record and player support, Mark Jackson was fired as coach of the Warriors on May 6, 2014, marking the end of an era.
On May 14, 2014, the Golden State Warriors signed Steve Kerr to a reported five-year, $25 million deal to become the team's new head coach. Kerr, a five-time NBA champion guard, had previously worked as an NBA broadcast analyst for Turner Network Television (TNT) and served as president and general manager for the Phoenix Suns basketball team.
On January 23, 2015, Klay Thompson broke an NBA record for points in a quarter with 37 in the third.
Stephen Curry was named the 2014–15 NBA Most Valuable Player, the first Warrior to do so since Wilt Chamberlain in 1960.
On June 16, 2015, the Golden State Warriors secured their first NBA championship in four decades, marking a historic moment for the franchise.
David Lee, who lost his starting power forward position to Draymond Green, was traded to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Gerald Wallace and Chris Babb as the Golden State Warriors sought to offload his salary.
The Golden State Warriors made NBA history by becoming the first team ever to start 16-0 with a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
On November 24, 2015, the Warriors set the record for the best start in NBA history at 16–0 with a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Warriors improved to 24-0 with a double-overtime win over the Boston Celtics, setting a new record in the NBA history.
The Golden State Warriors' record-setting start of 24 consecutive wins in the 2015-2016 regular season ended when they were defeated by the Milwaukee Bucks.
The Golden State Warriors' NBA-record start of 24 wins came to an end when they lost to the Milwaukee Bucks on December 12, 2015.
On March 31, 2016, the Golden State Warriors won their 68th game of the season in an overtime victory over the Utah Jazz, breaking the franchise record for most wins in a single season.
On April 7, 2016, Klay Thompson scored 14 points against the San Antonio Spurs, helping the Golden State Warriors become the second team in NBA history to win 70 games in a season.
The Golden State Warriors achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first 73-win team in NBA history, surpassing the 1995–96 Chicago Bulls' 72–10 record.
On May 10, 2016, Stephen Curry was named the NBA Most Valuable Player for the second straight season. He became the first player in NBA history to win the MVP award by unanimous vote.
In Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 28, 2016, Klay Thompson made 11 three-pointers and scored 41 points, helping the Warriors force a Game 7 with a 108–101 victory.
The Warriors advanced to the NBA Finals after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals.
The Golden State Warriors were defeated by the Cleveland Cavaliers in seven games, becoming the first team in NBA Finals history to lose a series after leading 3–1.
The Golden State Warriors lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2016 NBA Finals in seven games, despite initially leading the series 3–1.
On July 4, 2016, Kevin Durant announced he would leave the Oklahoma City Thunder to sign a 2-year contract with the Golden State Warriors, making them the favorites to win the NBA championship.
After the 2016 Finals loss, former MVP Kevin Durant joined the Golden State Warriors, creating a 'super team' alongside Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.
On November 7, 2016, Stephen Curry set the NBA record for most 3-pointers in a game with 13, helping the Warriors win against the Pelicans.
On December 5, 2016, Klay Thompson scored 60 points in 29 minutes, becoming the first player in NBA history to achieve this feat in under 30 minutes.
On February 10, 2017, Draymond Green recorded a triple-double with 12 rebounds, 10 assists, and 10 steals, a rare achievement in NBA history.
On June 8, 2017, the Golden State Warriors won the NBA Championship after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers, with Kevin Durant named Finals MVP.
The Golden State Warriors won the NBA Finals by defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 4-1 score, reclaiming the championship title.
Golden State Warriors defeated Houston Rockets with a score of 106-95.
Golden State Warriors dominated New Orleans Pelicans with a score of 130-102.
Golden State Warriors won a close game against Sacramento Kings with a score of 101-102.
Golden State Warriors won against Oklahoma City Thunder with a high-scoring game of 141-139.
Golden State Warriors lost to Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 104-115.
Golden State Warriors won against Detroit Pistons with a score of 120-109.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Phoenix Suns and won with a score of 112-113.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Utah Jazz and won with a score of 129-107.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Los Angeles Clippers and lost with a score of 130-125.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Utah Jazz and won with a score of 140-137.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Los Angeles Lakers and won with a score of 110-128.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Charlotte Hornets and won with a score of 84-97.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Denver Nuggets and lost with a score of 119-103.
In Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals on May 28, 2018, Draymond Green had 10 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists, helping the Warriors secure a fourth consecutive trip to the NBA Finals by defeating the Houston Rockets.
On June 8, 2018, the Golden State Warriors swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals, establishing themselves as a dynasty with their second consecutive championship.
The Warriors swept the NBA Finals series against the Cavaliers, claiming back-to-back titles with Thompson's significant contributions throughout the playoffs.
On August 30, 2018, David West announced his retirement from the NBA after 15 seasons.
On November 21, 2018, the Warriors dropped to a 12–7 record after enduring their first four-game losing streak since March 2013.
Facing the Los Angeles Lakers, the Golden State Warriors secured a convincing win with a score of 134-120. The Warriors displayed strong teamwork and performance.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Portland Trail Blazers and emerged victorious with a score of 100-92. It was a hard-fought game with the Warriors showing resilience.
In a match against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Golden State Warriors suffered a close defeat with a score of 109-114. The Warriors had a decent shooting percentage but fell short in the end.
The Golden State Warriors played against the Utah Jazz and secured a victory with a score of 123-116. Despite the win, the Warriors had a challenging game.
The Golden State Warriors faced the Sacramento Kings in a game where they lost with a score of 94-118. The Warriors struggled with a low shooting percentage.
On June 12, 2019, the Warriors unveiled subtle adjustments to their primary logo, including a new custom font.
In the 2019 NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors lost to the Toronto Raptors, marking the end of their last season in Oracle Arena.
The Warriors unveiled six new uniform designs using the newly updated logo on September 17, 2019.
The Warriors played their first regular-season game at the Chase Center, resulting in a 141–122 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.
During a home game against the Phoenix Suns, Curry broke his hand in a collision, requiring surgery and a 3-month recovery period.
Curry returned for one game on March 5 before the NBA season was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Warriors were not among the 22 teams invited to the NBA Bubble on June 4, ending their 2019–20 season with a league-worst record of 15–50.
Andre Iguodala signed a deal to return to the Golden State Warriors on August 10, 2021.
The Warriors secured the third seed in the Western conference, qualifying for the playoffs for the first time since the 2018–19 season.
On May 26, 2022, the Golden State Warriors became the Western Conference Champions and went on to win the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics, securing their fourth championship in eight years.
The Golden State Warriors won their seventh NBA title by defeating the Boston Celtics 4–2. Curry, Thompson, Green, and Iguodala each won their fourth championship as members of the team.
During a training camp session, Draymond Green punched Jordan Poole after exchanging words. This incident led to Green voluntarily stepping away from the team and issuing an apology to Poole.
The Warriors played against the Heat, resulting in a final score of 113-92.
Jordan Poole returned to Chase Center as an opponent when the Wizards played against the Warriors. Despite the circumstances of his trade, Poole received a warm welcome from his former teammates, including Thompson, Payton II, Wiggins, and Curry.
Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry rolled his ankle against the Chicago Bulls. His MRI results returned clean and the expectation is that he won't miss much time for the Warriors. His timeline for return is expected to be similar to the 7 to 10 day range that Devin Booker is currently facing with his ankle injury.
The Warriors played against the Heat, resulting in a final score of 113-92.