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Golden State Warriors: Alpha Dog Rankings for 2016-17

By Weldon Jones

November 13, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) argues with NBA referee Gary Zielinski (59) during the first quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Suns 133-120. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
November 13, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) argues with NBA referee Gary Zielinski (59) during the first quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Suns 133-120. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 10, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Juancho Hernangomez (41) defends against Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Juancho Hernangomez (41) defends against Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports /

Andre Iguodala (Small Foward)

4.7 Points Per Game (8th)

3.0 Rebounds Per Game (5th)

3.6 Assists Per Game (4th)

24.8 Minutes Per Game (5th)

Andre Iguodala has deceiving numbers. They really do not tell the full story as to how important he is. As an experienced veteran who has an all-around skill-set, It is no wonder he is called the Swiss army knife. While he is not quite as elite as the younger counterpart, Draymond Green, he is still really really good.

Especially when you consider that he could easily be a starter, but has been given the responsibility of being a leader and fall-back option of the Golden State Warriors’ second unit. Iguodala rebounds well, is responsible for handling the ball, and locking down opposing threats on the defensive end of the floor.

The veteran still has some of the juice in him as well. He still can create off the dribble or hit corner threes when you need a big shot or two and you can’t get the ball to either of your main scorers. His minutes are good for 5th best on the roster and that says alot about how much of an Alpha Dog he is on the roster. Iggy is invaluable and he will remain in such a light going forward as the team will need everything he brings to the table.

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