Introduction:
The Golden State Warriors began as the Philadelphia Warriors of the Basketball Association of America. The team was relocated to San Francisco in 1962, but played home games in Oakland as well after the Oakland Coliseum Arena opened. The team name was changed to the Golden State Warriors for the 1971-72 season and that year they played almost all of their home games in Oakland.
Arena Stats:
Name: Oracle Arena
Opened: 1966
Capacity: 19,596
Defining Characteristic(s): The Oracle Arena can be used as a concert venue and has also played host to other sporting events over the years, such as hockey and wrestling. The arena underwent major renovations in 1996.
Brief History:
Founded: 1946
First NBA Championship: 1956
Last NBA Championship: 1975
Other NBA Championships: BAA Championship in 1947
Number of Conference Championships: One
Number of Division Championships: Seven
Number of Playoff Appearances: 28
Hall of Fame Players:
- Paul Arizin
- Rick Barry
- Wilt Chamberlain
- Joe Fulks
- Tom Gola
- Neil Johnston
- Jerry Lucas
- Robert Parish
- Andy Phillip
- Nate Thurmond
Ticket Prices and Buying Tickets:
Lowest: $10.00
Highest: $1,500.00
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