Golden State Warriors – Stephen Curry, #30
Honestly, the next Warrior to get his number retired will depend on who will retire first between Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green. Curry is the oldest of the three. He’s also a two-time MVP, two-time scoring champ, 2022 Finals MVP, and the greatest shooter of all time. That’ll do it.
What I want to know is, what did the late-Paul Arizin do to NOT get his number 11 jersey retired by the Warriors? He was a 10-time All-Star, 2-time scoring champ, 1956 NBA champ, and is one of the 75th greatest NBA players ever.
When the Warriors retire number 11 for Klay Thompson, they should honor Arizin too.
Other Players in Consideration: Paul Arizin, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson
Houston Rockets – James Harden, #13
Tracy McGrady is the only other player who currently has a shot of having his number retired by the Rockets. James Harden’s time as a Rocket blows McGrady’s out of the water.
Harden spent parts of nine seasons in Houston. He was selected to eight All-Star games, won three scoring titles, and led the NBA in assists once as a Rocket. Harden is the franchise’s career leader in assists and is second in career points.
“The Beard” is a shoo-in to have his number raised to the rafters of the Toyota Center.
Other Players in Consideration: Tracy McGrady, Otis Thorpe