Early Life and Education of Andre Iguodala: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Andre Iguodala. From birth to education, explore key events.

Andre Iguodala is a retired American professional basketball player. A swingman known for his defensive prowess and versatility, he played 19 seasons in the NBA. Iguodala was an NBA All-Star in 2012, a two-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection, and won four NBA championships with the Golden State Warriors. In 2015, he was named NBA Finals MVP. He also won gold medals with the U.S. national team at the 2010 FIBA World Championship and the 2012 Summer Olympics.

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January 28, 1984: Andre Iguodala Born

On January 28, 1984, Andre Tyler Iguodala was born. He is an American former professional basketball player.

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2000: AAU National Title

During the summer of 2000, Andre Iguodala hit a game-winning buzzer-beater to give his team the 17-and-under AAU national title and was named the tournament MVP.

2002: Jordan Brand Classic

In 2002, Andre Iguodala played in the Jordan Brand Classic in Washington, D.C., where he recorded six points, five rebounds, two assists, three steals, and a block in 22 minutes of play.

2002: Ranked Recruit

In 2002, Iguodala was considered a four-star recruit by Scout.com, and was listed as the No. 6 small forward and the No. 26 player in the nation.

2002: College Choice and Nolan Richardson firing

In 2002, after initially committing to Arkansas, Andre Iguodala chose to attend Arizona after Nolan Richardson was fired, joining future NBA players such as Channing Frye and Luke Walton. He was named to the Pac-10 All-Freshmen team for 2002–03.

2002: Runner-Up Finish at State Tournament

In 2002, as a senior, Andre Iguodala led Lanphier's basketball team to a runner-up finish at the Illinois High School Association Class AA state tournament.

2003: Freshman Year Recognition

In 2003, during his freshman year, Andre Iguodala quickly established himself as one of the best all-around players on the team, ranking in the top 5.

2004: NBA Draft Selection

In 2004, Andre Iguodala was selected in the NBA draft with the ninth overall pick by the Philadelphia 76ers after playing college basketball with the Arizona Wildcats.

2011: Internship with Merrill Lynch

During the 2011 NBA lockout, Andre Iguodala had a week-long internship with Merrill Lynch.

December 17, 2013: Returned from hamstring injury

On December 17, 2013, Andre Iguodala returned to action after recovering from a strained left hamstring, playing in a game against the New Orleans Pelicans.

August 2015: Married Christina Gutierrez

In August 2015, Andre Iguodala married his childhood sweetheart, Christina Gutierrez.

February 2017: Agent change to Landmark Sports Agency

In February 2017, following Rob Pelinka's appointment as general manager for the Los Angeles Lakers, Andre Iguodala chose to remain with the Landmark Sports Agency, with co-founder Brandon Rosenthal taking over as his agent.