The Golden State Warriors committed player has announced an unexpected retirement leaving Steve Kerr completely perplexed.
Andre Iguodala proved he was much more than just an athlete during his 19-year NBA career, which he now declares is finally ended, in addition to winning four titles.
After 19 seasons in the NBA, Iguodala, a four-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors, announced his retirement to Andscape.
In a phone conversation, 39-year-old Iguodala told Andscape, “It’s just the right time.” My time was running out, and I didn’t want to put anything on the back burner. I wanted to be free from the burden of trying to assign time. In particular, both on and off the court with family. A great deal.
“You wish to compete at a top level. Family, though, is a lot. After two girls, my 16-year-old son. Thus, [I’m] excited to watch them mature during those formative years.
In 1,231 games, Iguodala averaged 11.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 4.2 assists. The 2004 NBA draft saw the former standout player from University of Arizona selected ninth overall. With the Philadelphia 76ers in 2012, the 6-foot-6, 215-pound player made his only appearance on the NBA All-Star team. In the 2007–08 season, he averaged a career-high 19.9 points per game.
The aggressive forward won the MVP award for the 2015 NBA Finals. He was selected to the first team of the 2014 and the second team of the 2011 NBA Defensive Team. Iguodala also won a gold medal in the 2012 London Olympics and won a world championship with USA Basketball in 2010. Iguodala’s record for total games played in the NBA is 39th as well.
“I want to continue educating athletes and helping them understand their power and influence,” said Andre Iguodala.
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