The Golden State Warriors have built championship rosters through savvy drafting, turning college talent into NBA stars. While blue blood programs often dominate draft night, the Warriors' scouting has also found value in players from schools like Auburn University. The connection between the Tigers and the Dubs is a unique thread in the franchise's draft history.

Let's explore the Auburn alumni who heard their names called by Golden State on draft night. The list is short but features a notable name from a recent championship core.

The most prominent Warrior drafted from Auburn is center Chris Porter, selected in the second round (55th overall) of the 2000 NBA Draft. While his NBA tenure was brief, his selection represents a key scouting moment for the franchise during that era.

Going further back, the Warriors drafted forward Gary Redding in the third round (46th overall) of the 1973 NBA Draft. Redding did not ultimately make the team's roster, but his selection marks the beginning of the Auburn-to-Golden State pipeline.

While the list is concise, it highlights the Warriors' long-standing approach of evaluating talent from every corner of the college basketball landscape, searching for the next player who can contribute to their unique system and culture.