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Bob Portman: Warriors' First No. 33
1 Dec
Summary
- Bob Portman was the first player to wear No. 33 for the Warriors.
- He played four seasons with the team from 1969 to 1973.
- Portman averaged 5.7 points and 3.3 rebounds per game.
The Golden State Warriors have a rich history, with over 600 players having represented the team across more than 60 jersey numbers since its inception in 1946. This exploration delves into the legacy of those numbers, starting with jersey No. 33 and its first wearer, Bob Portman.
Portman, a native of San Francisco, was selected seventh overall in the 1969 NBA Draft. He played his entire four-year professional career with the Warriors, averaging 5.7 points and 3.3 rebounds per game while exclusively wearing the No. 33 jersey.
His career concluded after the 1972-73 season, marking the end of his playing days. Portman's time with the team laid the groundwork for the subsequent players who would also bear the No. 33, contributing to the team's storied past.
