July 23, 2026, 9:04 p.m. PT
The Golden State Warriors have put together their teams through a variety of ways over the years, yet few approaches have proven as successful as the NBA draft. More than anything else, the most talented players to represent the Warriors have arrived in Golden State either by being selected directly in the annual draft or through trades executed on that same night.
The Golden State Warriors have taken many of their top stars through the draft, but have also landed a number of notable players over the years as well. From tiny colleges to blue blood programs, these alumni have contributed significantly to the team’s roster over the years. So, we chose to take a closer look at which Dubs came from which schools over the years.
So without further ado, let’s take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Warriors out of Purdue.
Bill Franklin – forward
Draft year and position: 7th round (13th pick, 110th overall), 1972 NBA Draft
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Seasons at Purdue: 3
Seasons played with Warriors: did not make the team
Frank Kendrick – forward
Draft year and position: 3rd round (11th pick, 47th overall), 1974 NBA Draft
Seasons at Purdue: 3
Seasons played with Warriors: 1
Jerry Sichting – guard
Draft year and position: 4th round (16th pick, 82nd overall), 1979 NBA Draft
Seasons at Purdue: 4
Seasons played with Warriors: did not make the team
Joe Barry Carroll – center
Draft year and position: 1st round (1st pick, 1st overall), 1980 NBA Draft
Seasons at Purdue: 4
Seasons played with Warriors: 7
Russell Cross – center
Draft year and position:
Seasons at Purdue: 3
Seasons played with Warriors: 1
All stats and data courtesy of Basketball Reference.