New Golden State Warriors small forward Andrew Wiggins is one of the most polarizing players in the NBA.
Wiggins never lived up to the hype of being a No. 1 overall draft pick with the Minnesota Timberwolves. While no one is doubting his scoring ability and natural athleticism, Wiggins is a negative on defense and doesn’t seem to have the motor it takes to become a superstar in the NBA despite having all the talent in the world.
The Canadian, though, isn't fazed by the criticism he receives because at the end of the day, everyone is entitled to their own opinion:
Andrew Wiggins on if criticisms get to him:
“Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. I feel like real ballers, real people that have been there and done that I respect their opinion. If you haven’t been there, done that… I don’t really look too deep into it.” pic.twitter.com/H8sPSuMR9A
— Logan Murdock (@loganmmurdock) February 11, 2020
Warriors fans are definitely curious and anxious to see how Wiggins looks next season alongside Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green. As for this season, the swingman will get to take as many shots as he wants for the Dubs in a lost season for Steve Kerr’s group.
A case could be made that Wiggins has one of the worst contracts in the NBA. He’s making $27.5 million this season and owed $29.5 million in 2020-21.
However, it seems like the Warriors are hell-bent on jump starting Wiggins' career and having three All-Stars around him could do the trick.
Wiggins is averaging 22.4 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.7 assists this season. The 24-year-old is shooting 44.7 percent from the field, 33.6 percent from beyond the arc and 71.2 percent from the free-throw line.
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