Strength in Numbers
Strength in Numbers
The 2012–13 Golden State Warriors season was the 67th season of the franchise in the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the 51st season since the team moved to the San Francisco Bay Area.
Quick Facts
- Origin era
- 2014-2015 Season
Lore & Background
The team finished with a record of 47–35 (.573), and finished the season as the number-six seed, clinching a playoff berth for the first time since 2007. The team had a winning record for the first time since 2008. This season included the first playoff series victory for the first time since 2007, as most of the squad experienced postseason play for the first time. The season began a streak of 7 straight winning records. This era laid the foundation for the 'Strength in Numbers' philosophy that would fully emerge during the 2014–15 championship season.
Reader's Guide
The Warriors had four draft picks in the 2012 NBA draft, a decisive draft year that was vital for a potential future for the team. The picks included Harrison Barnes with the 7th pick, Festus Ezeli with the 30th pick, Draymond Green with the 35th pick, and Ognjen Kuzmic with the 52nd pick. With Brandon Rush and his season-ending injury, Barnes was placed in the starting lineup and became crucial in bringing the team back to the playoffs for the first time in six years. Another injury mid-season from Andrew Bogut also affected the team with the lack of a true center for a majority of the season.
Did You Know?
- Stephen Curry surpassed the existing record for the most three-point field goals made in a single season; Curry's 272 three-pointers beat the 269 shot by Ray Allen in the 2005–06 season.
- David Lee was named as an All-Star in the 2013 NBA All-Star Game in Houston, and thus became the first Warrior since Baron Davis in 2008 to be named an All-Star.
- The Warriors won a playoff series for the first time since 2007, defeating the number-three seed Denver Nuggets 4–2 in the first round.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'Strength in Numbers'?
It is the Golden State Warriors' enduring cultural mantra emphasizing that collective unity and brotherhood are more valuable than individual stardom. Originating as a team initiative during the 2013-2014 season, this philosophy became the spiritual backbone of the franchise's modern era.
Who created or championed 'Strength in Numbers'?
The concept was first emphasized by head coach Mark Jackson to foster brotherhood among players before being fully realized by core stars like Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green. These key architects transformed the phrase from a simple slogan into a winning identity.
How has 'Strength in Numbers' impacted the team's success?
This philosophy directly fueled four NBA championships in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022 by prioritizing selfless play over individual accolades. It allowed a core group of players to achieve unprecedented success through a shared vision and synchronized movement on the court.
Where is 'Strength in Numbers' most visible today?
The mantra serves as the cultural foundation for games played at both the historic Oracle Arena and the current Chase Center. Fans see it reflected in the team's unselfish style of play and the deep bond between the roster members.
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