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Golden State Warriors: Andrew Wiggins is becoming a pure scorer

By Tony Pesta

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 10: Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors warms up before the game against the Miami Heat at Chase Center on February 10, 2020 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 10: Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors warms up before the game against the Miami Heat at Chase Center on February 10, 2020 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) /
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The Golden State Warriors aren’t asking Andrew Wiggins to do anything other than score right now and he is succeeding at a high rate.

When the Golden State Warriors orchestrated a trade to acquire Andrew Wiggins from the Minnesota Timberwolves, they knew they were getting a player with high offensive potential.

Everyone from the coaching staff to the Warriors’ players spoke on Wiggins ceiling and how a change of scenery could bring out the best in the former Rookie of the Year. So far, Wiggins is proving everyone right.

In four games with the Warriors, Wiggins is averaging 22.8 points on an extremely efficient 52.6 percent shooting from the 3-point line and a 57.9 percent clip overall. He has hit 10-of-19 3-point attempts and is thriving due to his off-ball movement.

The 24-year old has never had a chance to be a pure scorer. During his time in Minnesota, the Wolves placed a heavy burden on Wiggins to create shots not only for himself but for his teammates as well. Now, Wiggins can enjoy the benefit of playing in a team-oriented system where he can pick and choose his shots more carefully.

The Warriors are finding a ton of success by feeding Wiggins on cuts to the hoop. Once in the paint, Wiggins is able to use his athleticism and lanky arms to finish around the rim with ease.

This role will only grow easier for Wiggins once Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson return. The spacing will be at an all-time high and Wiggins’ jumping ability will be fully unleashed. It will be an exciting time to be a Warriors fan with Wiggins slashing to the hoop every night.

Golden State won’t need Wiggins to continue shooting so effectively from the 3-point line but will be very difficult to beat if he does. Hopefully, Wiggins continues to impress in his new role.

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