Golden State Warriors Mourn the Loss of Legendary Figure Al Attles
Passing Away at 87, Leaving Behind a Lasting Legacy
A Tribute to ‘Mr. Warrior’
Al Attles, a stalwart member of the Golden State Warriors organization for over six decades, has sadly passed away. He was 87 years old at the time of his passing.
According to the organization, Attles died peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, in his East Bay home.
Nicknamed “The Destroyer,” Attles spent his entire professional career with the Warriors, being drafted to the Philadelphia Warriors in 1960. On March 2, 1962, he shared the court with Wilt Chamberlain when the center achieved the unprecedented feat of scoring 100 points in a single game, contributing 17 points of his own.
Throughout his 11-year playing career, Attles averaged 8.9 points, 3.5 assists, and 3.5 rebounds per game, leaving an indelible mark on the franchise.
Following his playing days, Attles seamlessly transitioned into a coaching role with the Warriors, serving as their assistant coach from 1968 to 1970 and head coach until 1983. His most notable achievement in this capacity was guiding the team to an NBA championship in 1975, where they swept the Washington Bullets in four games.
The Warriors organization paid tribute to Attles, stating, “Alvin Attles embodied the spirit of the Warriors, earning him the esteemed title of ‘Mr. Warrior.’ His fearless playing style on the court was matched only by his kind heart, humility, and gentle nature off the court, which served as a guiding light for the organization for over six decades.”
Attles’ remarkable contributions to the sport were recognized with his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2019, as well as his receipt of the John R. Bunn Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014.
RIP
