The Los Angeles Lakers advanced to the Western Conference Finals after defeating the Golden State Warriors in thumping fashion in Game 6, clinching the series 4-2. Amidst all the chaos for Stephen Curry and the Warriors, the management will need to revamp their roster for the 2023?24 season as they enter the offseason. The future of several key members of the Warriors remains uncertain, as the team looks to regroup after their second-round Playoffs exit. However, one Warriors star’s future is not in doubt.
The Warriors have been a tight-knit group for the better part of a decade. Making deep runs in the postseason consistently has helped maintain the core of the team. The Warriors remain intent on continuing with their major pieces, but one thing certainly won’t be the same from next season.
Stephen Curry?s teammate speaks out in honor of an NBA veteran?
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Andre Iguodala has been a key piece for the Warriors ever since the beginning of their dynasty. He cemented his place in Golden State folklore after he won the Finals MVP after the franchise’s first championship in 40 years back in 2015. He was instrumental in the next two championships as well. However, father time has seemingly arrived for the 39-year-old and he is widely expected to retire.
Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins recently revealed his admiration for his teammate for his impressive basketball career. Wiggins praised Iguodala’s contributions to the sport and expressed hope that he would continue to be involved in basketball in some capacity. Wiggins also acknowledged that Iguodala has earned the right to pursue whatever interests he desires outside of the game, given his accomplished career.
Andrew Wiggins gave a shoutout to Andre Iguodala:
“Hopefully he sticks around basketball, if he wants to. If not, enjoy whatever you want to enjoy, because he's had a hell of a career. And like I said, he's a legend.”
— 95.7 The Game (@957thegame) May 13, 2023
Wiggins said, ?Hopefully he sticks around basketball if he wants to. If not, enjoy whatever you want to enjoy, because he’s had a hell of a career. And like I said, he’s a legend.??Whatever decision Iggy comes to, he can be content with the career he’s had. However, he will definitely be disappointed with the way his possible last season ended.
Lakers dominate in Game 6 while Warriors face uncertain offseason decisions
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In game 6, LeBron James led the charge for the Lakers with a remarkable 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists, while Anthony Davis added 17 points and an impressive 20 rebounds. The Lakers remain undefeated at home during the playoffs with a record of 6-0.
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As for the Warriors, Draymond Green, Jordan Poole, Jonathan Kuminga, and Klay Thompson are among those whose fate hangs in the balance, with Green reportedly requesting a max extension and attracting interest from other playoff-contending teams. The Warriors will need to make some difficult decisions regarding their future direction to build a competitive team for the upcoming season.
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