Andre Iguodala, an integral figure in the Golden State Warriors' recent dynasty, will see his jersey raised to the rafters at Chase Center, marking him as a legend within the franchise. Iguodala played a pivotal role during his time with the Warriors from 2013 to 2023, helping the team secure four NBA championships. This honor cements his legacy as the first member of the Warriors' four-championship core to receive such recognition.
Iguodala's impact was most notably felt during the 2015 NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers. With the Warriors trailing 2-1 in the series, Iguodala was inserted into the starting lineup. This move proved decisive as the team went on to win three consecutive games, clinching the championship. His performance earned him the NBA Finals MVP award, making him one of only 11 players to achieve both four NBA championships and a Finals MVP.
"Without those guys, I wouldn't be in this position," said Andre Iguodala, acknowledging his teammates' contributions to his success.
Over his eight seasons with the Warriors, Iguodala averaged 6.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in 26 minutes per game. His versatility and selflessness on the court were instrumental in helping the Warriors' Big Three—Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green—reach six NBA Finals.
Warriors owner Joe Lacob reflected on Iguodala's significance to the team.
"We thought all of that could be true when we acquired him in 2013, but the reality—four titles, six Finals appearances, a Finals MVP—exceeded even our wildest imaginations," Lacob remarked.
"He was the perfect player and person at the perfect time for our team, and the sacrifice he made in coming off the bench in 2014 sent a message that he came here to help us do one thing: win," Lacob added.
Iguodala joins an elite group of Warriors legends whose jerseys have been retired. His No. 9 will hang alongside those of Wilt Chamberlain, Rick Barry, Nate Thurmond, Tom Meschery, Alvin Attles, Chris Mullin, and Stephen Curry. This accolade underscores his significant contributions to the team's success and his status as an essential figure in its storied history.
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