It has been more than a year since an infamous altercation gutted the Golden State Warriors roster. Coming into the 2022-23 season as defending champions, the Warriors had a lot riding on their star-studded lineup. However, from the moment Draymond Green punched Jordan Poole, things started to go south. Now, more than a year after this, the 24-year-old Poole finds himself on an all-new roster.

Jordan Poole rose to become one of the Warriors’ primary scoring options. During his stint with the franchise, Poole showed tremendous promise, much to the fans’ excitement. Dubbed the “Third Splash Brother”, Poole seemed to have it all going his way. However, since the altercation, things did not remain the same for the Michigan Wolverines alum. After a blockbuster trade, Poole landed with the Washington Wizards as they look to begin their rebuild. With this new-found freedom, what is Poole’s ceiling? A former teammate discussed this new chapter in Poole’s career.

Former teammate showers praise for Jordan Poole

Jordan Poole had the privilege of sharing the court with the backcourt duo of the Splash Brothers. Despite having Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson at the helm, Poole made a name for himself coming off the bench. However, the 24-year-old is now the franchise player for the Washington Wizards. With the increased role and added responsibility, can Poole Party deliver? His former teammate, Andre Iguodala shared his opinion on Poole’s potential.

“I was asked a question, this sums up Jordan Poole….he was like which way does Jordan Poole go….I was like listen, whichever way the pick come, he going the other way….don’t know what move you’re gonna use but then I thought about it and I was like don’t nobody know what this kid gonna do” said the former Finals MVP.

He added “Klay was like this kid is so electric…he’d be working on some crazy stuff…Steph be shooting them half-court shots all the time…Poole’s the same way, he be shooting crazy shots in overtime you’d be like no, he do this all the time“.

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The former All-Star further explained the situation Poole is in now and what he can make out of it. “You give him a situation where he can just be free and not say he was in handcuffs but he playing with three Hall of Famers….you gotta restrict him a little bit, you can’t be too chaotic….I think he’ll be great with just being able to….he can throw whatever paint he wants to throw on this wall and you don’t know what you’re gonna get….” stated Iguodala.

Andre Iguodala shared his opinion on the opportunity Poole has to showcase his talent. However, how big of an opportunity is this for the 24-year-old?

Poole has the opportunity of a lifetime

Jordan Poole’s incident with Draymond Green disrupted the Warriors roster. After an incredible championship run, the Dubs faced elimination in just the second round last season. Although inconsistency played a major role in this, the team chemistry too, seemed lacking. Now, the Warriors as well as Poole have two very distinct new chapters to look forward to.

While the Warriors prepare to accommodate 12-time All-Star, Chris Paul into their roster, Poole has an entire franchise to lead. With the Wizards looking to enter a rebuild stage, they need a player they can build their roster around. Although Kyle Kuzma may serve as a terrific option, Jordan Poole could be their premier choice, given his phenomenal talent. Poole also has a splendid opportunity to form a deadly backcourt duo with Tyus Jones in Washington.

With this opportunity of a lifetime. it would be interesting to see what the former Warrior will make out of it. However, looking simply at his raw talent and potential, one can assume Poole’s future is bright in Washington.