Golden State Warriors Retire Andre Iguodala's No. 9 Jersey

2025-03-02

The Golden State Warriors honored Andre Iguodala by retiring his No. 9 jersey in a ceremony at the Chase Center on Sunday, February 23, 2025. Iguodala, a key figure in the Warriors’ four-championship dynasty, became the seventh player in franchise history to receive this honor. The event followed the Warriors’ dominant 126-102 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, with former teammate Klay Thompson in attendance.

Iguodala, who joined the Warriors in 2013, played a pivotal role in transforming the team into a championship contender. Known for his versatility, leadership, and selflessness, he was named the 2015 NBA Finals MVP after averaging 16.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in the series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. His decision to come off the bench during the Finals was instrumental in the Warriors’ success.

During the ceremony, Iguodala expressed gratitude to the fans, teammates, and Warriors organization, emphasizing the collective effort behind his achievements. “None of this would have happened without all of you, the fans,” he said. Teammate Stephen Curry praised Iguodala for his basketball IQ and leadership, calling him “the first one to choose us” and crediting him with unlocking the team’s potential.

Iguodala’s jersey retirement marks the first from the Warriors’ championship core, with Curry, Thompson, and Draymond Green expected to follow in the future. His legacy as a foundational piece of the Warriors’ dynasty is cemented, with his No. 9 now hanging alongside other franchise legends like Wilt Chamberlain, Rick Barry, and Chris Mullin.

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