Golden State Warriors draft Iona players throughout history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Golden State Warriors have drafted players from Iona College over the years, contributing to their roster's development. Jeff Ruland was selected in the second round of the 1980 NBA Draft but did not make the team. Steve Burtt was also drafted in the second round in 1984 and played one season with the Warriors. This reflects the Warriors' strategy of recruiting talent from various colleges.
- •Jeff Ruland drafted by Warriors in 1980 NBA Draft.
- •Ruland did not make the team after being selected.
- •Steve Burtt drafted in 1984 NBA Draft, played one season.
- •Warriors have recruited from diverse colleges over the years.
- •Drafting strategy contributes to team's overall success.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every Iona player drafted by the Golden State Warriors
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Warriors out of Iona.
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