Analysts identify the most impactful trades in Golden State Warriors franchise history
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

The Golden State Warriors franchise has executed several pivotal trades throughout its history, with analysts weighing the long-term value of various roster moves. While acquiring Baron Davis from the New Orleans Hornets bolstered the "We Believe" squad, and the 2013 trade for Andre Iguodala provided a core component for four championship runs, another deal is cited as the organization's most significant. The exchange of Brandan Wright and Dan Gadzuric to the New Jersey Nets for Troy Murphy and a 2012 second-round pick is frequently categorized as the franchise's top move. That second-round selection was used to acquire Draymond Green, a four-time champion who remains with the team today. Other transactions, such as the trade involving Robert Parish, are noted in team history as detrimental decisions. These moves remain subjects of evaluation when assessing the team's ability to build rosters through the trade market.
- •Baron Davis was acquired from the New Orleans Hornets for Speedy Claxton and Dale Davis.
- •Andre Iguodala arrived in a 2013 package involving Brandon Rush, Richard Jefferson, and Andres Biedrins.
- •The acquisition of Draymond Green via a 2012 second-round pick is considered the team's greatest trade.
- •Trading Robert Parish is cited by analysts as the franchise's worst historical move.
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"The Golden State Warriors have made many profitable trades throughout their history, but which one was the best?
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