Hall-of-Fame NBA Coach Reacts to Warriors Legend Retiring
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It was announced on Friday by Marc Spears of Andscape that Golden State Warriors legend Andre Iguodala had announced this retirement from the NBA. Iguodala, who won four championships with the Warriors, also spent one season with the Denver Nuggets under Hall-of-Fame coach George Karl.
Upon hearing the news that Iguodala would be retiring, Karl shared this message:
Iguodala spent the 2012-13 season with the Denver Nuggets, starting 80 games and averaging 13.0 PPG, 5.4 APG, and 5.3 RPG. Also an elite defender, Iguodala was integral to that Denver team that made the playoffs in 2013.
In his interview with Marc Spears of Andscape Iguodala said, "It’s just the right time. Time started to get limited for me and I didn’t want to put anything in the back seat. I didn’t want to have to try to delegate time anymore. Especially with on the court, off the court with family. A lot. You want to play at a high level. But then family is a lot. My son is 16 and then two girls. So, [I’m] looking forward to seeing them grow up in those important years."
Stepping away from basketball after an incredible career, Iguodala leaves behind a legacy that is very unique. An All-Star, Finals MVP, and All-Defensive team member, Iguodala was one of the better all-around players of his era.
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