Quick Info
| Profession | Former Professional Basketball Player, Executive Director of NBPA, Entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 28/01/1984 |
| Age | 42 years |
| Birthplace | Springfield, Illinois |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Andre Iguodala
13/02/2026
The NBPA announced that Andre Iguodala would conclude his term as Executive Director in July 2026, after which David Kelly was elected to succeed him. Iguodala had served in the role since late 2023 and confirmed the transition in the union’s leadership announcement.
24/02/2025
The Golden State Warriors retired Andre Iguodala’s No. 9 jersey, honoring his role in four championship runs and his 2015 NBA Finals MVP award. The ceremony recognized his defensive impact and his importance to the team’s era of sustained success.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Andre Tyler Iguodala is an American former professional basketball player who played 19 seasons in the NBA. He was an NBA All-Star in 2012, a four-time NBA Champion with the Golden State Warriors, NBA Finals MVP in 2015, and a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist. He served as Acting Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) starting in November 2023 and later became Executive Director. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'6" |
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| Weight | 215 lbs |
| Position | Forward/Guard (Swingman) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | University of Arizona |
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Personal Life
| Memoir | The Sixth Man (2019, New York Times Best Seller, published by Penguin Random House) |
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| Co-authored Book | IGNITED: A New Model of Activism for a New Generation (with Kimberly Jung and Ryland King) |
Relationships & More
| Business Partners | Evan Turner (Co-founder of New Amendment, a content production company) |
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Family
| Parents | Leonard and Linda Shanklin |
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| Siblings | One brother |
Career
| NBA Draft | 2004, Round 1, Pick 9 (Philadelphia 76ers) |
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| Teams | Philadelphia 76ers, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat |
| Retirement Year | 2023 |
| Career Length | 19 seasons |
| Championships | 4 (Golden State Warriors) |
| Finals Appearances | 6 consecutive Finals (2015-2020) |
| NBA Finals MVP | 2015 |
| All-Star Selections | 2012 |
| All-Defensive Team | 2 selections |
| Olympic Medals | 2 Gold Medals (2010 FIBA World Championship, 2012 Summer Olympics) |
| Notable Contract | August 2008: 6-year, $80 million extension with Philadelphia 76ers |
| Current Role | Executive Director, National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) since 2023 |
| NBPA Roles | Executive Committee Member (2013-2023), First Vice President (2019-2023), Acting Executive Director (November 2023), Executive Director (2023-present) |
Style Quotient
| Known For | Defensive prowess, sixth man role, business acumen, venture capital expertise |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Served on NBPA's Executive Committee from 2013 to 2023 | |
| 2. Named NBPA First Vice President in 2019 | |
| 3. Venture capital investor with portfolio spanning over 50 companies since 2010 | |
| 4. Co-founder and General Partner of MOSAIC, a $200 million early-stage venture capital firm focused on diversity, enterprise, fintech, healthcare, and sports companies | |
| 5. Co-host of Point Forward podcast with Evan Turner, which ranks in top 5 of all sports podcasts | |
| 6. Attended Lanphier High School in Springfield, Illinois | |
| 7. Vice President of NBPA from February 2019 to February 2023 before becoming Acting Executive Director |
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