The Golden State Warriors franchise spans eras from the 1940s to today's dynasty, with players who delivered scoring titles, championships, and iconic playoff moments. Ranking them requires weighing individual dominance, team success in the Bay Area, and lasting impact on franchise history. Vote to shape the final order.
What counts: Best defined by statistical impact, championships won as a Warrior, All-Star nods, and overall influence on team success; figures are approximate career averages or totals with the franchise.
Stephen Curry▲ Rising
Curry revolutionized the NBA with his three-point shooting and led the Warriors to four titles in eight years. His 2015-16 unanimous MVP season and record-breaking scoring outbursts cemented his status as the face of the franchise.
PPG: 24.8Championships: 4All-Star Games: 10Seasons: 15Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 13 rankingsStephen Curry
Chris Mullin▲ Rising
Mullin emerged as a sharpshooting forward and helped the Run TMC era bring excitement back to the Bay. His steady scoring and later front-office role tie him deeply to franchise identity.
PPG: 18.2Championships: 0All-Star Games: 4Seasons: 12Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRChris Mullin
Chamberlain dominated the early 1960s with scoring explosions and rebounding titles while wearing the Warriors jersey. His 100-point game and multiple MVP awards highlight peak individual excellence unmatched in franchise history.
PPG: 41.5Championships: 0All-Star Games: 7Seasons: 5Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRin 9 rankingsWilt Chamberlain
Durant joined the dynasty and immediately elevated the team to back-to-back titles with scoring efficiency never before seen on the roster. His 2017-18 Finals MVP run defined the superteam peak.
PPG: 26.6Championships: 2All-Star Games: 3Seasons: 3Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 9 rankingsKevin Durant
Klay Thompson▲ Rising
Thompson anchored the dynasty's perimeter defense and delivered legendary playoff outbursts including multiple 30-plus point quarters. His loyalty through injuries helped sustain the championship window.
PPG: 19.7Championships: 4All-Star Games: 5Seasons: 11Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 3 rankingsKlay Thompson
Draymond Green▲ Rising
Green's defensive versatility and playmaking from the center position powered four titles and defined the Warriors' switch-everything identity. His vocal leadership and basketball IQ made him indispensable.
PPG: 9Championships: 4All-Star Games: 4Seasons: 12Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 4 rankingsDraymond Green
Andre Iguodala▲ Rising
Iguodala's defensive versatility and timely shooting helped close out three titles as a key sixth man and occasional starter. His 2015 Finals MVP remains one of the great supporting performances.
PPG: 9.4Championships: 3All-Star Games: 1Seasons: 7Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRAndre Iguodala
Richmond brought scoring punch to the mid-90s Warriors and earned All-Star honors during a lean period. His isolation scoring kept fans engaged despite missing playoffs.
PPG: 21Championships: 0All-Star Games: 5Seasons: 7Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRMitch Richmond
Mullins delivered consistent scoring and All-Star production during the late 1960s and early 1970s. His versatility helped stabilize the roster before the 1975 title.
PPG: 16.2Championships: 1All-Star Games: 3Seasons: 10Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRJeff Mullins
Tim Hardaway▲ Rising
Hardaway's crossover dribble and fast-break style powered the exciting Run TMC squads of the early 1990s. His playmaking elevated teammates and brought consistent playoff appearances.
PPG: 18.2Championships: 0All-Star Games: 5Seasons: 7Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 3 rankingsTim Hardaway
Thurmond anchored the frontcourt for a decade with elite rebounding and shot-blocking before the arrival of Barry. His defensive presence helped stabilize the franchise in the late 1960s.
PPG: 15.1Championships: 0All-Star Games: 7Seasons: 11Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRNate Thurmond
Wilkes provided smooth scoring and championship experience during the late 1970s Warriors. His efficient forward play helped bridge the Barry and post-Barry eras.
PPG: 17.6Championships: 0All-Star Games: 3Seasons: 5Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRJamaal Wilkes
King posted one of the great single-season scoring outbursts in 1984-85 before injuries derailed the run. His brief peak remains one of the most electric individual stretches in franchise history.
PPG: 24.8Championships: 0All-Star Games: 2Seasons: 3Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRin 2 rankingsBernard King
Barry delivered the franchise's first championship in 1975 with clutch scoring and leadership in the ABA-NBA transition era. His underhand free-throw style and Finals MVP performance remain signature moments.
PPG: 23.9Championships: 1All-Star Games: 8Seasons: 10Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRin 2 rankingsRick Barry
Free brought high-flying scoring and excitement to the late 1970s Warriors after the title era. His flashy style kept crowds engaged during transition years.
PPG: 20.3Championships: 0All-Star Games: 1Seasons: 3Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRWorld B. Free
Richardson energized the early 2000s with athletic dunks and consistent scoring during the rebuild. His highlight-reel plays kept the franchise relevant.
PPG: 17.8Championships: 0All-Star Games: 0Seasons: 7Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 2 rankingsJason Richardson
Arizin led the early Warriors with scoring titles and All-Star appearances in the 1950s before the franchise moved west. His jump-shot innovation helped define the position.
PPG: 22.8Championships: 0All-Star Games: 10Seasons: 10Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRPaul Arizin
Johnston dominated the early 1950s with multiple scoring titles and rebounding prowess for the Philadelphia-era Warriors. His efficiency and size made him an interior force.
PPG: 19.4Championships: 1All-Star Games: 6Seasons: 8Hall of Fame: ✓
added by IJRNeil Johnston
Ellis emerged as a dynamic scoring guard and led the team in points during the late 2000s. His quickness and finishing helped bridge to the Curry era.
PPG: 19.8Championships: 0All-Star Games: 0Seasons: 7Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 2 rankingsMonta Ellis
Smith provided backcourt scoring and All-Star production in the mid-1970s alongside Barry. His efficiency helped sustain contention after the championship.
PPG: 15.1Championships: 0All-Star Games: 2Seasons: 7Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRPhil Smith
Davis led the 2007 We Believe run with explosive playmaking and memorable playoff upsets over the Mavericks. His charisma and dunks defined a brief but electric era.
PPG: 17.9Championships: 0All-Star Games: 2Seasons: 4Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 2 rankingsBaron Davis
Short provided steady scoring during the post-Barry rebuild and earned All-Star recognition. His mid-range game offered reliability in lean years.
PPG: 17.3Championships: 0All-Star Games: 1Seasons: 9Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRPurvis Short
Barnes contributed as a young forward during the first two titles and provided athletic wing play. His development helped the dynasty take shape.
PPG: 11.7Championships: 2All-Star Games: 0Seasons: 4Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRin 2 rankingsHarrison Barnes
Joe Barry Carroll▼ Falling
Carroll delivered consistent double-doubles as the first overall pick and kept the franchise competitive in the early 1980s. His size and scoring anchored the frontcourt.
PPG: 17.7Championships: 0All-Star Games: 1Seasons: 7Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRJoe Barry Carroll
Andrew Bogut▼ Falling
Bogut anchored the defense and rebounding that enabled the early Curry dynasty before injuries. His 2015 championship contribution as a starter remains notable.
PPG: 8.8Championships: 1All-Star Games: 1Seasons: 5Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRAndrew Bogut
Ray brought rebounding and defensive grit to the 1975 championship team as a key frontcourt piece. His physical style complemented Barry's scoring.
PPG: 9Championships: 1All-Star Games: 0Seasons: 5Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRClifford Ray
Meschery delivered versatile forward play and leadership during the early 1960s Warriors. His toughness helped define the franchise's identity before the move west.
PPG: 12.6Championships: 0All-Star Games: 1Seasons: 6Hall of Fame: —
added by IJRTom Meschery
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Voted, but this order is going to look very different in a month once more people find it.
Wild that Stephen Curry is winning this. Scroll down — the real answer is further down the board.
Missing a few names that belong in the top ten, but the top three is basically right.
Stephen Curry at the top is the correct call and I'll die on this hill.
Came for the argument, stayed for the comparison grid. The numbers settle half the fights here.