The Golden State Warriors have cast a wide net for talent since their start in Philadelphia, eventually moving West. They have always scoured nearly every U.S. state and many countries around the globe, looking for players necessary for NBA success. We are talking everywhere from Alaska to Wyoming, and from Austria to Zaire. But sometimes, the talent comes from a little closer to home.
The Ventura Kid’s Path to Golden State
That brings us to Lou Amundson. This guy, a UNLV alum, didn’t even hear his name called in the 2006 NBA Draft. No selection, just grinding it out in other leagues. But his pro career eventually kicked off in 2007 when he signed with the Utah Jazz, playing his first season there. Before he ever landed with the Warriors, Amundson also suited up for the Philadelphia 76ers and the Phoenix Suns. It wasn’t until 2010 that the Ventura, California native officially signed on the dotted line with Golden State.
A Short Chapter: Amundson’s Warriors Numbers
Amundson’s stay with the Warriors was a pretty quick chapter in his career. He played with the team after signing in 2010, but by 2011, he was dealt to the Indiana Pacers. During his time wearing the Golden State uniform, Amundson put up some solid numbers for a rotation player: he averaged 4.3 points and 4.0 rebounds per game. Those stats, courtesy of Basketball Reference, tell a concise story of his brief but impactful tenure with the franchise before moving on.
Even for a team that has always pursued talent from the broadest possible sources, sometimes the journey of a player from their own home state can be a fascinating look back at how a roster comes together.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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