Andre Tyler Iguodala (born January 28, 1984, in Springfield, Illinois) is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA. He was sometimes nicknamed "Iggy", and "The Other A.I." because his initials are identical to Sixers then-teammate Allen Iverson's.

Iguodala, a 6'6", 207-pound (1.98 m, 94 kg) swingman, was selected 9th overall in the 2004 NBA Draft out of the University of Arizona. He was named first team All-Rookie in 2005 and started on the rookie team during the Rookie Challenge portion of All-Star Weekend. Iguodala played at Arizona for two years and in the 2003-2004 season collected three triple-doubles joining Jason Kidd as the only two players in Pac-10 history to post two or more triple-doubles in the same season.

Until February 2005, Iguodala wore jersey number 4, but allowed newly-acquired 76ers member Chris Webber (no longer with team) to wear it instead, as Webber traditionally had worn that number throughout his college career and most of his professional career. Iguodala subsequently switched to wearing number 9. Webber reportedly bought Iguodala a Rolex watch for allowing him to wear the number 4.

During his first year with the Philadelphia 76ers, he was the only team member to play and start all 82 games plus 5 playoff games. Iguodala is known for his athleticism and already holds a reputation as a strong defender. He has also earned a reputation as a “Vince Carter-like” dunker. Andre Iguodala proved his versatility – he was the only rookie and 76er to record a triple-double during the 2004-05 NBA season, despite averaging 9 points and 5.7 rebounds per game. His efforts were rewarded when he was named to the All-Rookie First Team. His all around play has already earned him comparisons with all-time great Scottie Pippen as well as to current NBA star and Arizona alumnus Richard Jefferson.

Immediately following the departure of Allen Iverson in December 2006, Iguodala's statistical categories soared; improving his scoring, rebounding, assists, field goal percentage, and free throw percentage as he has become the focal point of the Sixer's offense while still maintaining his diligent defensive skills.

Iguodala has a very all-around playing style, being able to score offensively while also being one of the best defenders in the league. Iguodala is also very durable; he is looking to finish his 3rd consecutive season in as many years in the NBA without missing a game.

He also is known for jumping over defenders and dunking, often leading to NBATV appearances.
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