Golden State Warriors draft players from Jackson State University

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Golden State Warriors draft players from Jackson State University
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The Golden State Warriors have drafted players from Jackson State University in multiple years, including Purvis Short in the 1978 NBA Draft and Dwayne Whitfield in 1995. Short was a significant contributor during his four seasons with the Warriors after being selected 5th overall. Whitfield was drafted in the second round but did not make the team. This history highlights the Warriors' approach to building their roster through the draft process.

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  • Purvis Short drafted 5th overall in 1978 NBA Draft.
  • Dwayne Whitfield drafted 40th overall in 1995 NBA Draft.
  • Short played four seasons with the Warriors.
  • Whitfield did not make the Warriors' roster.
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Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Warriors out of Jackson State University.

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