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The wilderness and We Believe: the Golden State Warriors story
Franchise era
1994–95—2008–09
The wilderness and We Believe
Golden State Warriors
The story in one sentence
Years of losing gave way to the 2007 eighth seed, whose energy and small-ball attack stunned top-seeded Dallas.
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One unforgettable upset breaks the drought
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Baron Davis, Jason Richardson and Stephen Jackson gave the era its recognizable core.
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Its ending created the conditions for the curry dynasty.
Timeline
How it unfolded
Before 1994–95
What came before
Don Nelson's teams turned speed, shooting and skill into cult-favorite basketball even without a deep playoff run.
2007
Western Conference First Round: Golden State Warriors vs Dallas Mavericks
2007
Western Conference Semifinals: Golden State Warriors vs Utah Jazz
After 2008–09
What came next
A homegrown core became a dynasty, winning four championships while Curry's gravity and range changed how every level of basketball is played.
The core