Golden State Warriors draft players from USF over the years
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Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Golden State Warriors have drafted several players from the University of San Francisco (USF) throughout their history, starting with Dave Lee in the 1964 NBA Draft. Noteworthy selections include Joe Ellis, who played for the Warriors for eight seasons after being drafted in 1966. Other players, such as Phil Smith and Art Wilmore, also had varied tenures with the team. The article reviews each USF alumni’s draft position and their contributions to the Warriors. Further insight into each player's college career and professional impact is detailed, providing context to their time in the league.
- •Dave Lee was drafted in 1964
- •Joe Ellis played with the Warriors for eight years
- •Phil Smith was drafted in 1974
- •Art Wilmore did not make the team
- •Historical context of USF players in the NBA
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every USF player drafted by the Golden State Warriors
"Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Warriors out of USF.
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