Jordan Poole Discusses His Role With the Warriors and His Use of the Substitute Lineup
Jordan Poole, a guard for the Golden State Warriors, has had a significant season after signing a four-year rookie extension worth up to $140 million with incentives last summer. The guard has played 58 games for the Warriors, averaging 20.9 points, 4.5 assists, 2.8 rebounds, and 30.7 minutes per game—all career highs.
Poole talked with Mark Medina of NBA.com about a number of topics, including his expanded role with the team this season, which he enjoys whether starting or coming off the bench.
“It’s cool,” Poole said. “I try to do anything I can to try to help the team win. Whenever we’re winning games, I feel like I’m playing better. I’m able to be versatile and play in different situations. I start sometimes. Or I come off the bench and play the 1 or 2. Playing with different lineups adds to my versatility. I’m a big believer in trying to find ways to get better every day, whether it’s watching film, working on something in the gym or asking questions. I always think I’ll find ways to get better, whether I’m playing good or bad.”
For a Warriors team that is currently 29-29 and holds the No. 1, there is unquestionably more on his plate this season. 9 seed in the More is anticipated as a result of him signing that significant extension prior to the season, and the Western Conference.
“In order for [Golden State’s front office and ownership] to make a decision like that and for me to make a decision like that, they obviously thought I deserved it,” Poole said. “They like the character that I have, the way I can lead a team and everything else I bring on and off the court. With being able to be me in an organization like this, I try to bring positive energy. I’m grateful and appreciative.”
“I wouldn’t necessarily say there’s pressure. If anything, it’s more exciting to know I’m locked into the Bay for the next five (years),” Poole noted. “We can go through the highs and lows of whatever it is. I embrace that. At 23 years old, it’s a pretty cool challenge.”
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