Golden State Warriors: Andre Iguodala is the subtle X-factor for Dubs

You’d never think that Andre Iguodala makes the Golden State Warriors unbeatable, but that just might be the case this season.

The Golden State Warriors’ death lineup have reached monumental numbers when on the court together. The four starters and Andre Iguodala pose a threat that teams just haven’t found an answer to.

It’s Andre Iguodala that makes the lineup thrive the way it does. His unselfishness is important, but his understanding of the offense and genius in facilitating is what really has created the dynamic that teams can’t stop.

Zach Lowe, in his recent “10 things I like and don’t like” column, mentioned Iguodala and how he flows within the death lineup. He praised Iguodala and his contributions to the team.

"As ever, the Warriors don’t become the Warriors — a blur you hear and feel as much as see — until Iguodala ambles off the bench. After a slow start, the Death Lineup is plus-60 in just 137 minutes together — equivalent to a mammoth plus-16.5 points per 100 possessions."

Iguodala did not start the season off well, and he certainly doesn’t have a team-friendly contract. That said, it would’ve made sense to try to win their third straight title without the forward, but in Golden State, there was no chance of getting rid of the 15-year veteran.

Averaging six points per game, Iguodala’s production comes more in his 3.3 assists per game. His assists seem timely, happening when the Warriors need them most.

While it is against the Bulls, here an example of Iguodala’s understanding of the game, shot clock, and position on the court all coupled with his confidence to step up and knock down a triple.

Much of Iguodala’s production slides under the radar.

He’s not the type of player to go get himself 20 points on a nightly basis anymore. However, when Iggy hits double figures, the Warriors are 7-2 this season. More importantly, the Warriors are 9-1 when Iggy gets himself at least five assists.

If Iggy is involved, the Warriors thrive. They understand that as well, one reason why his eight-figure contract doesn’t seem like something the team is desperate to rid themselves of.