Best game of 2024: Andrew Wiggins shines against the Hawks

Today, I will look back at the best performances of the Golden State Warriors in the year 2024. Although the Dubs failed to qualify for the playoffs during the 2023-2024 season and had a less than flamboyant finish , there were many remarkable individual performances that rekindled Dub Nation’s hope for the future.

One such performance was by Andrew Wiggins on November 20, 2024, in a victory against the Atlanta Hawks. Watch this video!

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Wiggins is the type of player who leaves coaches, teammates and fans perplexed by his talent. Its versatility often defies easy categorization. On the one hand, he is the modern winger par excellence: athletic, versatile and elegant. On the other, he remains an enigma – a brilliant player whose brilliance manifests sporadically, but who, when channeled well, transforms into a constant force capable of influencing the course of a match. For the Golden State Warriors, the plan with Wiggins is both clear and subtle: unlock his potential as an ideal complement in an already dynamic system.

Offensively, Wiggins proves to be a formidable weapon, especially in the open field. His long strides and explosive first step make him dangerous in transition, where he can punish defenses before they organize. But it’s his integration into Golden State’s free-flowing offense that makes him invaluable. Playing alongside the gravity of Steph Curry, Wiggins took advantage of countless shooting opportunities and penetrating lanes. The Warriors don’t need him to be the primary creator; they just want him to exploit mismatches, finish with authority, and make his shots respectably.

Defensively, Wiggins has undergone a transformation with the Warriors. The talent was still there – his size, lateral quickness and instincts made him an “elite defender”. Under Steve Kerr’s leadership, he has become more than that: a disciplined presence capable of taking on the toughest tasks in the league. Whether it’s chasing wings like Jayson Tatum or contesting guards like Ja Morant, Wiggins has become a pillar of the Warriors’ defensive scheme. His rebounding, too, became a critical asset, and he began to fight with a determination that wasn’t always visible early in his career.

Ultimately, the Warriors view Wiggins as the ideal player to maintain balance — an athlete capable of filling roles on both ends of the court while rising to the occasion. His masterpiece in Game 5 of the 2022 NBA Finals, with 26 points and 13 rebounds, is a testament to what Golden State hopes to achieve in the future. For Wiggins, it’s about consistency. For the Warriors, it’s about channeling their talent into a winning game. Together, they discovered a synergy that showcases his potential while meeting the demands of the team’s champion DNA.