Mike Dunleavy
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| Mike Dunleavy | |
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| Name | Mike Dunleavy |
| Position | Small forward / Shooting guard |
| Weight lb | 230 |
| Birth date | 15 September 1980 |
| Birth place | Fort Worth, Texas |
| High school | Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas |
| College | Duke (1999–2002) |
| Draft year | 2002 |
| Draft team | Golden State Warriors |
| Career start | 2002 |
| Career end | 2017 |
| Years1 | 2002–2007 |
| Team1 | Golden State Warriors |
| Years2 | 2007–2011 |
| Team2 | Indiana Pacers |
| Years3 | 2011–2013 |
| Team3 | Milwaukee Bucks |
| Years4 | 2013–2016 |
| Team4 | Chicago Bulls |
| Years5 | 2016–2017 |
| Team5 | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| Highlights | * NBA champion (2017) * NBA All-Rookie First Team (2003) * NCAA champion (2001) * Consensus second-team All-American (2002) * First-team All-ACC (2002) |
Mike Dunleavy is an American professional basketball executive and former player, currently serving as the general manager of the Golden State Warriors. A versatile forward known for his shooting and high basketball IQ, he enjoyed a 15-year NBA career after a standout collegiate tenure with the Duke Blue Devils. Following his retirement, Dunleavy transitioned into the front office, ascending to one of the top executive roles in the league with the Golden State Warriors.
Early life and education
Born in Fort Worth, Texas, he is the son of former NBA player and coach Mike Dunleavy Sr. and grew up immersed in the sport. He attended Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas, where he was a highly touted recruit, earning McDonald's All-American honors. He committed to play college basketball for coach Mike Krzyzewski at Duke University, joining a prestigious program. At Duke, he was a key contributor to the 2001 National Championship team and was named a Consensus second-team All-American and First-team All-ACC in 2002.
Basketball career
Selected third overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 2002 NBA draft, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team. His tenure with the Warriors included a memorable role in the "We Believe" playoff team. He was traded to the Indiana Pacers in 2007, where he became a reliable starter. Subsequent stints with the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls showcased his consistent three-point shooting and veteran savvy. He concluded his playing career with the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning an NBA championship as a reserve on the 2017 title team.
Executive career
He joined the front office of the Golden State Warriors in 2018 as a pro scout, quickly rising through the ranks. He was promoted to assistant general manager under Bob Myers, playing a significant role in roster construction during the franchise's 2022 championship run. In 2023, he was named the general manager of the Warriors, succeeding Myers. In this role, he oversees all basketball operations for the dynasty, working closely with owner Joe Lacob and head coach Steve Kerr.
Personal life
He is married and has three children. His father, Mike Dunleavy Sr., had a long career as an NBA player and head coach for teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and Portland Trail Blazers. His brother, Baker Dunleavy, is the head basketball coach at Quinnipiac University. The family maintains a residence in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Legacy and impact
His career represents a successful bridge from player to top executive, a path followed by few. As a player, he was a respected "three-and-D" wing before the term was ubiquitous, contributing to multiple playoff teams. His executive legacy is being built with the Golden State Warriors, where he is tasked with sustaining one of the modern NBA's most successful dynasties alongside stars like Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. His deep understanding of the game, honed from childhood, defines his approach to team building.
Category:American basketball players Category:Golden State Warriors executives Category:Duke Blue Devils men's basketball players