9 Basketball Players who Played for Warriors and Wizards
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players who have played for both the Golden State Warriors and Washington Wizards.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Warriors and the Wizards.
Gilbert Arenas
Gilbert Arenas, also known as “Agent Zero”, was known for his scoring prowess and his ability to take and make big shots. Arenas’ career started in 2001 when he was selected in the second round of the NBA Draft by the Golden State Warriors.
Despite his low draft position, Arenas quickly established himself as a standout player and won the NBA’s Most Improved Player award in his second season.
Following his stint with the Warriors, Arenas signed with the Washington Wizards in 2003. This is where his career took off as he developed into one of the top guards in the league. From 2004-2007, Arenas was selected to three consecutive NBA All-Star games and earned All-NBA honors.
*Arenas was the most popular pick for this square in a previous grid (Grid 5)
Arenas Key Stats
- All-NBA (Wizards)
- All-Star (Wizards)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Wizards)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Wizards)
Antawn Jamison
Antawn Jamison, known for his versatile scoring ability and rebounding prowess, played for several teams during his career, including the Golden State Warriors, Washington Wizards, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, and Los Angeles Lakers.
Selected 4th overall in the 1998 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors, he was immediately traded to the Warriors where he began his career. Jamison was a two-time NBA All-Star, and in 2004, while with the Mavericks, he was awarded the NBA Sixth Man of the Year.
Over his career, Jamison averaged 18.5 points and 7.5 rebounds per game. Despite his individual success, Jamison’s teams rarely made deep playoff runs. Regardless, he left a significant mark on the NBA with his consistent production and professionalism.
Jamison Key Stats
- All-Star (Wizards)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Warriors, Wizards)
- 10+ Rebounds/Game Season (Wizards)
Gary Payton II
Gary Payton II, the son of Hall of Fame point guard Gary Payton, went undrafted in the 2016 NBA Draft. Despite going undrafted, he made his NBA debut with the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2016-2017 season.
Payton has played for several teams in his NBA career, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Washington Wizards, Golden State Warriors, and others. Known for his defense and athleticism, he has earned opportunities through his hustle and effort on the court.
Although he hasn’t achieved standout statistical success in the NBA, Payton has been a valuable role player. Payton’s tenacity and ability to contribute in various aspects of the game have kept him in the NBA, where he continues to be a valuable bench player and a solid defender.
*Payton II was the most popular player for this square in a previous grid (Grid 30)
Muggsy Bogues
Tyrone “Muggsy” Bogues, is a retired player known for being the shortest player ever in the NBA, standing at 5 ft 3 in. Bogues played point guard for four teams during his 14-season career, most notably for the Charlotte Hornets, where he spent ten seasons.
He also played for the Washington Bullets, Golden State Warriors, and Toronto Raptors. Bogues was known for his impressive assist and steal stats, finishing in the top seven in assists for six consecutive seasons and in the top ten in steals for three of those seasons.
Bogues was left unprotected in the 1988 NBA expansion draft and was selected by the Charlotte Hornets. His initial role on the team was limited, but he flourished under coaches Gene Littles and Allan Bristow, becoming a key starter and a recognizable figure for the Hornets alongside players like Alonzo Mourning and Larry Johnson.
Chris Webber
After a storied college career with the University of Michigan, where he was a key member of the famed “Fab Five,” Chris Webber was selected first overall in the 1993 NBA Draft. Webber’s NBA career spanned 15 seasons, with stints at the Warriors, Bullets/Wizards, Kings, 76ers, and Pistons.
His most successful tenure was with the Kings, where he was a central figure in the team’s playoff runs in the early 2000s. He was a five-time NBA All-Star and won the NBA Rookie of the Year Award in 1994.
In his prime, Webber was one of the league’s most potent offensive players, with a diverse skill set that included scoring, rebounding, and passing. In 2021, he was elected into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Webber Key Stats
- Hall of Fame (Kings, Wizards, 76ers, Warriors, Pistons)
- Rookie of the Year (Warriors)
- All-NBA (Kings)
- All-Star (Kings, Wizards)
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Wizards, Kings, 76ers)
- 10+ Rebounds/Game Season (Wizards, Kings)
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (Kings)
Otto Porter Jr
Otto Porter Jr. began his NBA journey with the Washington Wizards, who selected him 3rd overall in the 2013 NBA Draft. Over his years with the Wizards, he developed into a reliable scorer and defender, often playing crucial minutes for the team.
In 2019, Porter was traded to the Chicago Bulls, where he continued to demonstrate his value as a forward who can both score and play solid defense. Throughout his career, he has been viewed as a player who can seamlessly fit into various systems given his skill set.
He was a key component of the Warriors Championship run in 2022, playing valuable minutes, mostly coming off the bench.
Ish Smith
Ish Smith was drafted as the 17th pick in the second round of the 2010 NBA Development League Draft by the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Though he went undrafted in the 2010 NBA Draft, he made his NBA debut later that year with the Houston Rockets.
Primarily known as a journeyman point guard and a valuable role player, Smith’s quickness and ability to distribute the ball have been his standout attributes.
Over his NBA career, Smith has played for an incredible 13 different teams, including the Grizzlies, Warriors, Magic, 76ers, Pistons, Wizards, Hornets and Pistons (and that’s barely over half!).
Smith Key Stats
- 5+ Assists/Game Season (76ers, Pelicans, Pistons, Wizards)
Kelly Oubre Jr
Kelly Oubre Jr. is an NBA forward known for his scoring ability, athleticism, and defensive capabilities. After a single season playing college basketball at the University of Kansas, he was selected 15th overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2015 NBA Draft but was subsequently traded to the Washington Wizards.
With the Wizards, Oubre Jr. developed his skills and became a valuable player off the bench, often bringing energy and tenacity. After his tenure in Washington, he was traded to the Phoenix Suns in 2018, where he had the opportunity to expand his role and showcase his offensive talents more prominently.
In 2020, Oubre Jr. was traded to the Warriors. With Golden State, he was tasked with contributing significantly on both ends of the floor, especially in the absence of some of the team’s key players due to injuries. He has spent the last two seasons with the Hornets and averaged the highest PPG of his career with 20.3 last year.
Al Harrington
Al Harrington’s NBA journey began straight out of high school when he was selected 25th overall by the Indiana Pacers in the 1998 NBA Draft.
As a young player with the Pacers, he developed under the guidance of coach Larry Bird and alongside a core group that included Reggie Miller. Over time, Harrington carved out a significant role for himself with the Pacers, demonstrating his scoring touch and basketball IQ.
Throughout his NBA career, Harrington played for several teams, including the Pacers, Hawks, Warriors, Knicks, Nuggets, Magic, and Wizards. Among his career highlights was his stint with the Golden State Warriors during the “We Believe” era, where he was part of the team’s memorable upset of the top-seeded Mavericks in the ’07 playoffs.
Harrington Key Stats
- 20+ Points/Game Season (Knicks)
