A key contributor for the Golden State Warriors this season has been guard Pat Spencer. Spencer is known in the lacrosse community as one of the best college players in the sport. But he gave up lacrosse and spent a year on the Northwestern University basketball team to chase his hoop dreams. He went undrafted in the NBA, but he has found a place with the Warriors. He’s a fan favorite and team favorite, doing whatever is asked of him when his number is called. Spencer is on a two-way contract, meaning he doesn’t have a guaranteed roster spot and isn’t in the game rotation every night. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said Spencer brings a competitive spirit, vibe and energy to the court and locker room. NBC Bay Area’s Raj Mathai recently sat down with Spencer. Watch clips from their conversation in the videos above. Pat Spencer Dec 11, 2025 Why Steph Curry isn't surprised by Pat Spencer's impact, rise with Warriors Pat Spencer Dec 11, 2025 How Warriors guard Pat Spencer proved doubters wrong in lacrosse-to-NBA jump Pat Spencer Dec 9, 2025 Pat Spencer hilariously admits to blacking out when yelling after made baskets ...read more read less