IT HAS HAPPENED AGAIN: Chase Center Stadium are over joy as former Golden State Warriors legend Rick Barry has Returned to former team as a new….…see more

In a moment filled with nostalgia and renewed purpose, NBA Hall of Famer and Warriors legend Rick Barry has officially returned to the franchise — this time in a newly created position as Special Advisor for Competitive Culture and Shooting Development, the team announced this morning.

The return of Barry — one of the most iconic figures in Warriors history — drew thunderous applause during a surprise reveal at Chase Center, where fans were already gathered for a summer training camp showcase.

“Rick Barry is part of the soul of this franchise,” said Warriors CEO Joe Lacob. “Having him back, sharing his passion and knowledge with today’s players, is a full-circle moment for us and for Dub Nation.”

A Legacy Like No Other

Rick Barry, known for his fearless style, silky jump shot, and trademark underhand free throws, led the Warriors to their first NBA Championship in the Bay Area in 1975 and remains one of the game’s most prolific scorers. The eight-time All-Star and 1975 Finals MVP spent the prime of his career dazzling fans with his precision and basketball IQ.

Now, at 81, Barry is ready to give back — not from the hardwood, but from the sidelines and the practice courts, where he will work directly with players and coaches on the Warriors’ G League and NBA rosters.

“Basketball has evolved, but fundamentals and competitive fire never go out of style,” Barry said during the press conference. “I’m excited to help these young men understand what it truly means to compete — the Warrior way.”

A Cultural Bridge

In his new role, Barry will focus on:

• Mentoring young Warriors players on game preparation, mindset, and professionalism

• Assisting in shooting development, offering insight into technique and repetition

• Helping instill a championship culture rooted in discipline, teamwork, and toughness

• Serving as a liaison between Warriors legends and the current roster

Head Coach Steve Kerr welcomed the addition, saying:

“Having Rick around is a gift. The knowledge, the intensity, the honesty — our guys will benefit from every conversation with him.”

Fans React: “Rick Is Back!”

As expected, the news lit up social media, with longtime fans celebrating the return of a franchise cornerstone.

“Rick Barry back with the Warriors? That’s like bringing Mozart back to the symphony,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“He bled blue and gold when it wasn’t fashionable — now he’s here to show the next generation how it’s done.”

Even Warriors stars like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson welcomed Barry’s return, with Curry joking:

“We’re finally getting those free-throw tips we’ve all been waiting for.”

Warriors Lean Into Legacy

Barry’s return is part of a broader Warriors initiative to reconnect with the franchise’s storied history, bridging the gap between the dynasties of the past and present. With Chase Center celebrating its 5th anniversary this season, the timing couldn’t be more symbolic.

Rick Barry is more than a legend — he’s a blueprint.
Now, the man who brought a championship to the Bay long before the Splash Brothers ever took the floor is back — not to relive history, but to shape the future.

And for Golden State, that’s a win beyond the scoreboard.