Over more than 75 years, the Golden State Warriors have built one of the NBA’s richest histories. During that time, 600+ players have worn over 60 different jersey numbers, each contributing in their own way to the franchise’s legacy.
Founded in 1946 during the Basketball Association of America (BAA) era—before the NBA officially existed—the franchise has gone through multiple transformations. The team has called Philadelphia, San Francisco, Oakland, and even San Diego home before becoming the global brand fans recognize today.
To honor that long and evolving history, Warriors Wire continues its deep dive into every jersey number ever worn by a Warriors player. This entry focuses on jersey No. 34, worn by 14 of the 19 players to don the number—David Vaughn.
Vaughn, a forward out of Memphis, entered the NBA after being selected 25th overall in the 1995 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic. A native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, he spent his first two professional seasons in Orlando before being traded to the Golden State Warriors in 1997.
His time with the Warriors was brief but steady. Vaughn played the 1997–98 season with Golden State, wearing No. 34 exclusively, before being traded to the Chicago Bulls in 1998.
During his stint with the Warriors, Vaughn averaged 5.2 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, providing frontcourt depth during a transitional period for the franchise.
All statistics courtesy of Basketball Reference.
Originally published by Warriors Wire: “Golden State Warriors Jersey History – No. 34 – David Vaughn (1997–98)”