Andrew Wiggins was expected to play in the game against the Houston Rockets because previous confirmations regarding his involvement were made by the Warriors’ coach Steve Kerr. Yet, Wiggins was missing from the game, raising questions among fans and the media. It came as a shock to everyone, but what truly happened to him?
The Golden State Warriors were in disbelief when their star player did not appear for the game against the Rockets. Wiggins was supposed to participate according to an earlier statement made by head coach Steve Kerr, however, he did not show, which sparked suspicion among a large number of people. What was Wiggins ‘excuse’ for not being part of the game?
The fans and the organization itself were informed by sources related to Golden State that Wiggins’ personal life is currently interfering with professional rugby and that is the actual reason behind Wiggins’s absence.
We all know Wiggins to be a family man who values privacy and is not fond of exposing their personal life to the public; it would be safe to say he had a more pressing matter to deal with than the game.
It is evident that this situation was unexpected and sudden for Wiggins since they have never been part of any specific events like this with the Warriors.
This particular matter has ignited a great deal of controversy, with fans discussing it on social networks and recruiting concerning Wiggins’ career and hoping he returns to the court as soon as possible.
It serves as a lesson that sometimes, the personal life of an athlete has a role to play, even though the athlete does not make it divulgeable to the world.
Even though Wiggins feels helpless during his leave, it is a decision made by the Warriors’ organization. Steve Kerr mentioned that sometimes players live on the floor for external reasons and the well-being of the family is the first priority. Although Depicting Wiggins in a dismal light is displeasing, it is undeniable that there is excitement surrounding his return to playing.
Currently, the Golden State Warriors prioritize the game with other active players taking over during Wiggins’ leave. However, the quandary of privacy and Wiggins’ issues remain a talking point for fans and analysts. The Warriors might have to do without Wiggins’ scoring and defensive prowess for a while, but they won’t stop supporting him while he resolves this personal issue.
Athletes are put on a pedestal and subjected to tremendous public criticism which makes it daunting to remember that they are also human beings with their own troubles to deal with. Hopefully Wiggins will be able to resolve his issues so that he can come back on the court and show his real potential.
