The Golden State Warriors have announced plans to retire Andre Iguodala's No. 9 jersey, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes. Honoring his significant contributions to the franchise's success, the ceremony is scheduled for February 23, 2025, during a home game against the Dallas Mavericks at Chase Center in San Francisco.
Iguodala, who retired in October 2023 after a distinguished 19-year NBA career, was instrumental in the Warriors' championship runs. He played a pivotal role in securing four NBA titles for the team (2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022) and was named the NBA Finals MVP in 2015.
Reflecting on his time with the Warriors, Iguodala emphasized the collective effort that led to their success, highlighting the contributions of teammates Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green. He remarked, "Without Stephen Curry, nobody’s jersey is going into the rafters."
Warriors co-executive chairman Joe Lacob praised Iguodala as one of the smartest and most successful players in the team's history. He stated, "Andre Iguodala was a huge part of four NBA championship teams with the Warriors and will forever be remembered for his many contributions to our franchise, both on and off the court."
Over his career, Iguodala also played for the Philadelphia 76ers, Denver Nuggets, and Miami Heat, earning an All-Star selection and two NBA All-Defensive team honors. His jersey retirement will mark the seventh in Warriors' history, placing him among the franchise's all-time greats.
This upcoming ceremony will not only celebrate Iguodala's individual achievements but also the era of Warriors basketball that he helped define.