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The Sixth Man – Andre Iguodala

Andre Iguodala built a remarkable career in the National Basketball Association, becoming known as one of the smartest and most versatile players of his generation. After years as a starter and an All-Star, he accepted a role coming off the bench with the Golden State Warriors and went on to win multiple championships and an NBA Finals Most Valuable Player award.

In The Sixth Man: A Memoir, written with Carvell Wallace, Iguodala tells the story of his life and career with candor and insight. He describes growing up in Springfield, Illinois, the influence of his mother and the lessons he learned on and off the court, before rising through high school and college basketball at the University of Arizona to the NBA.

The book goes beyond basketball highlights. Iguodala reflects on what it means to be a Black athlete in America, the business of professional sports, the power dynamics between players, owners and the media, and the pressures and mental challenges of competing at the highest level. He also writes about his interests beyond basketball, including technology investing and his preparation for life after the game.

Thoughtful and outspoken, Iguodala offers a perspective that is rarely heard in sports memoirs, combining personal stories with sharp observations about race, money and power.

Insightful and engaging, The Sixth Man is a compelling read for basketball fans, sports enthusiasts and readers interested in the realities of professional sports and the experiences of Black athletes.