[99][100] Iguodala enjoys playing video games, particularly the NBA 2K series. Andre Tyler Iguodala (born January 28, 1984) is an American professional basketball swingman for the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA). So he was invited to try out for - and in this case, "try out for" means "make" - the Nigerian Olympic squad. In the FIBA World Championships Iguodala displayed his athleticism with an array of fastbreak dunks. Nigerian NBA Superstar, Andre Iguodala Joins Jumia's Board of Directors His most lethal move is his euro step, which he uses to slither to the basket in traffic. Getty Images. We did not. [31] The Nuggets went on to make the playoffs with a franchise-record 5725, and a team record 15 consecutive wins; however, they were upset in the first round by the Golden State Warriors, despite Iguodala having a good series, averaging 18 points, 8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 2 steals per game in the series. Perhaps Vincents connection with his fellow countrymen stemmed from the values he learned from his father, Franklyn. Youre just not prepared to say what that looks like right now? Join us in wishing @DeandreAyton of the @Suns a HAPPY 23rd BIRTHDAY! Nigeria, Olympics, USA Basketball, Uncategorized, Nigeria, Olympics, USA Basketball, Andre Iguodala, Philadelphia 76ers, Team USA, Top Rumors, Antony Ressler, Trade, Kyle Korver, Landry Fields, Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks, Antony Ressler, Free Agency, Quin Snyder, Trade, Uncategorized, Antony Ressler, Free Agency, Quin Snyder, Trade, Kyle Korver, Landry Fields, Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks, Michael Malone on Nikola Jokic: If you watch that game [vs Grizzlies] and you say hes a negative defender or a poor defender, Id like you to pee in a cup, OK? pic.twitter.com/MVUTnwDeju, Michael Malone, Ja Morant, Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets, Memphis Grizzlies, Jimmy Butler on Julius Randles winning three-pointer: He had been making those shots all game, man. . The 21-year-old centre is the second Nigeria-born player on the list and was discovered by Raptors, a Lagos-based basketball academy (not affiliated to NBA team, Toronto Raptors). We felt like we were good enough to medal in the World Cup, but we did the other part of our job to qualify for the Olympics, so that was incredibly fulfilling and an awesome experience to make the people back in Nigeria proud.. The NBA is home to talent from all over the world. During the year, Andre was the subject of multiple trade rumors that had him being traded to either the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers or Los Angeles Lakers. Giannis posted his best playoff numbers in his 2021 NBA Championship bid, averaging an incredible 30.2 points, 12.8 rebounds and 5.1 assists. You get to experience different cultures. BBC Sport Africa has been finding out about all eight of the players set to be the stars of the future. That team, which includes Penn grad Koko Archibong, will compete in these Games with nine American-born players on its roster. He supported Devin Booker and Chris Paul as they fought their way through the ranks. He drives to the ring with great speed and regularly dunks without holding back. He played in a tournament put together at the NBA 2K10 launch party in New York City against other NBA players Nate Robinson, Brook Lopez and Rajon Rondo, and rapper Wale. Andre Iguodala, an 18-year veteran of the NBA, has made his mark as one of the league's premier players. "I've added 20 pounds of muscle. He went on to play for the Golden State Warriors and won three rings in 2015, 2017, and 2018. His parents were Nigerian immigrants who moved to America. The swingman was an NBA All-Star in 2012 and has been named to the NBA All-Defensive Team twice. That's tough, but we didn't deserve to win. Is Iguodala An Edo Last Name? - Politics - Nigeria - Nairaland Iguodala was a member of the United States national team in the 2010 FIBA World Championship, winning the gold medal. The 19-year-old shooting guard is 6ft 9 and was a high school teammate of third pick LaMelo Ball at Chino Hills in California, where he was born. [67] In a sign of respect towards their opponent and with an increased urgency, Kerr opened the conference semifinals against Houston by moving Iguodala from the bench and starting their Hamptons Five lineup for the first time in the season. [46][47], On November 11, 2015, Iguodala scored a season-high 20 points against the Memphis Grizzlies to help the Warriors begin the season 90. Jordan Nwora will be the most popular pick on the list to Nigerians as the 22-year-old is a member of the country's senior men's basketball team, otherwise known as D'Tigers. [83] The Heat reached the 2020 NBA Finals, where they lost 42 to the Los Angeles Lakers,[84] and Iguodala became the tenth player in NBA history to make it to six straight Finals. His first dunk was a simple windmill, but then for his second dunk he received a pass from Allen Iverson off the back side of the backboard, then leapt under the board and put in the reverse on the other side and was awarded a perfect score of 50 points. Between Jan. 18 and March 31 of last year, Iguodala played in just two games. 26 player in the nation in 2002. Andre Iguodala, an NBA star, has returned to the Golden State Warriors and is currently destroying the 2021 season playoffs by doing what he does best. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2001 Playoff Absolute Memorabilia #175 Andre Carter Premier Materials /850 RC at the best online prices at eBay! His date of birth is however unknown but he is believed to be in his early 60s considering the age of his son younger Andre (age 38 years). Andre Iguodala - Sportskeeda [105], Iguodala appeared as a fictionalized version of himself in the second season of Abbott Elementary (2022).[106]. 6 small forward and the No. The Players Technology Summit, sponsored by Bloomberg, was established as a platform to set a discourse and help shape conversations for athletes financial future through opportunities in the technology industry. [29] At the end of the 201112 NBA season, Iguodala averaged 12.4 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 5.5 apg, 1.7 spg in 35.6 mpg. Andre Iguodala Plans to End His Career With Golden State [46] He finished the series averaging 16.3 points, 4 assists, and 5.8 rebounds. Iguodala was born in Springfield, Illinois. American Basketball star Andre Iguodala , a notable tech investor and board member of Jumia Group, recently visited Nigeria his country of descent to engage . Antony Ressler: There should be clarity. In 22 minutes of play, Iguodala put up six points on 36 shooting, five rebounds, two assists, three steals and a block. It doesnt even do it justice. [11] However, after their coach, Nolan Richardson, was fired that year (2002), Iguodala decided to attend Arizona instead. The 21-year-old, 6ft 10 centre looks set to end up at the LA Clippers after he was originally picked by the Minnesota Timberwolves, who immediately traded him the New York Knicks before being moved on again. Andre Tyler Iguodala ( / wdl / ig-w-DAH-l; born January 28, 1984) [1] is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA). "A defensive specialist, that's mostly what I did at Kansas. Per the Philly Inquirer: Iguodalas father is Nigerian. Ayton was born to a Nigerian father and a Jamaican and Bahamian mother. He attacks it as if wanting to tear it apart from the very board. NBA draft: Eight players with Nigerian heritage picked by teams We want to be a good representation of what we believe in. [52] The Warriors went on to defeat the Rockets in five games. Coach Mike Krzyzewski called Iguodala one of the team's best players, and compared his game to that of Scottie Pippen. HoopsHype: Michael Malone on Nikola Jokic: HoopsHype: Jimmy Butler on Julius Randles winning three-pointer: Mark Haynes: DeAaron Fox showed Russell Westbrook nothing but respect after defeating the Clippers on Friday. Andre Iguodala is an American professional basketball who has a net worth of $50 million. It was always my dream to play for the USA team, Iguodala said. [80][81][82], On February 6, 2020, Iguodala was traded to the Miami Heat in a three-team trade along with Jae Crowder and Solomon Hill with Memphis and Minnesota. He captured the Finals MVP after returning to the starting lineup in the middle of the championship series. Your login session has expired. The meaning in Igbo is something like " (Igu) Weed/wheat/hay, (o) referring to a person in the like of he/she, (dala) fell/fall". His father is Nigerian, while his mother is of African American origin. Game 5 had it all as the Warriors' title hopes stay alive and they mourn Kevin Durant's injury", "Why Iguodala didn't plan to sit out, re-sign with Warriors", "Warriors trade Andre Iguodala to Grizzlies; Lacob says team will retire jersey", "Why the collapse of the Warriors feels so abrupt", "Warriors Acquire All-Star Guard D'Angelo Russell From Brooklyn Nets", "Should the Blazers be a candidate to acquire Andre Iguodala from the Grizzlies? Iguodala has played in six NBA finals, out of which five were with the Golden State Warriors and one with the Miami Heat. "I've been working a lot during these quarantine times, and I feel like I've made a lot of improvements," Nnaji explained. But that wasnt what kept him from saying yes to a unique opportunity. He protects the paint regularly, implements chase-down blocks, and can even snatch offensive and defensive rebounds. 9 jersey. I didn't think I'd be able to play at a level like Louisville," he said before the draft. [5] He later established the Andre Iguodala Youth Foundation, whose stated mission is to use sports as a means to help youths. On September 23, 2022, Iguodala re-signed with the Warriors on a one-year, fully guaranteed, 2.9 million dollar contract (the veteran's minimum) and announced his decision to retire after the season. He is an American professional basketball . "Myself, I just want to be able to get better, be able to be the best that I can be, continue to work hard, have a great work ethic.". On August 12, 2008, Iguodala reportedly agreed to a six-year, $80 million contract extension with the Sixers. Philadelphia started the season poorly but were one of the best teams down the stretch. He is a Nigerian who migrated to the capital of the United Stage, Springfield, Illinois.