Andre Iguodala Leaks Reason For Jordan Poole's Exit

Published September 21, 2023 at 11:46 PM
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In a stunning revelation, former Warriors champion Andre Iguodala recently divulged the shocking details behind Jordan Poole's tumultuous exit from the Golden State Warriors. Poole, who was once hailed as one of the NBA's brightest young talents, appeared to have lost his drive, both on and off the court, leaving the Warriors with no alternative but to trade him for the seasoned Chris Paul.

Iguodala didn't mince words when discussing Poole's attitude, making it clear during his appearance on 'The Old Man & The Three' podcast that Poole's lackluster effort on defense was a glaring issue. He stated,
"If you fall on purpose one more time to avoid playing defense... Jordan, it looks like you're trying not to try, do you know how much energy it takes to try not to try? It takes less energy to try!"


This shocking revelation caught many fans off guard, especially those who had witnessed Poole's stellar performance during the Warriors' championship run in 2022. However, a change had occurred, leading to his disengagement both on the court and in the locker room.


The turning point for Poole and the Warriors came after a celebratory post-championship altercation. Reports suggest that a heated verbal exchange with Draymond Green escalated into a physical confrontation, culminating in Poole taking a punch to the face. The incident was captured on video and quickly became a media sensation.

Warriors' superstar Stephen Curry reflected on the situation, saying,
"I can't even tell you how many conversations we had... dealing with some of the uncomfortable aspects stemming from that incident."

In hindsight, parting ways with Poole may have been the right move for the Warriors, even if it meant acquiring an older point guard in Chris Paul. Throughout the season, Poole seemed to be operating at half-speed and failed to deliver when it mattered most during the postseason.

While Poole isn't solely responsible for Golden State's recent struggles, it's evident that the team faces a challenging journey to rebuild and regain their dominance. The future of the Warriors' dynasty hangs in the balance, and fans are left pondering whether this marks the end of an era.
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