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Andre Iguodala is certain of one thing. He wants to represent Team USA again in both the World Cup and the Olympics. The Denver forward is getting more sure about another thing: Opting out of his contract this summer and signing a long-term deal, possibly with the Nuggets or possibly somewhere else. FOXSports Florida

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Iguodala is on the books to make $15.9 million next season, likely more than he could get from any team for 2013-14. But he could become a free agent and then sign a multi-year deal that would pay less next season but would provide long-term security. “Yeah, definitely,’’ Iguodala, 29, said of that being a distinct possibility. “You got to weigh options. Security-wise, a player would opt, especially with the type of season we’ve had as a team. Teams know what I can bring to them, and I know (the Nuggets) know what I can bring to a team here. FOXSports Florida

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Iguodala said it’s no guarantee he would re-sign with Denver if he does the expected and opts out. But he has liked the progress the Nuggets (50-24) have made recently, which has included a 15-game winning streak that ended last Monday. “My main goal is, if we win here, everything will take care of itself, no matter what,’’ Iguodala said. “I want to play for a team where I have an impact on the game without even scoring ... I feel like if I win (with the Nuggets), I won’t have to worry about having to prove my worth. FOXSports Florida

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When the Americans were coming off a 2008 Olympic gold medal in Beijing, none of the players on that team wanted to return for the World Cup. But Iguodala wants to be involved with as much Team USA basketball as possible. “I would really like to do both,’’ Iguodala said in an interview with FOX Sports Florida about the 2014 World Cup in Spain and the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. “I had a great time (with USA Basketball in previous events). It’s been one of the best basketball experiences of my life, just being around those guys, having fun and enjoying the game of basketball.’’ FOXSports Florida

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Seven months removed from the trade that sent him to Denver, Andre Iguodala still has nothing but good things to say about his former 76ers teammates. "I try to look forward," said Iguodala, who was sent to Denver in the four-team trade that brought injured center Andrew Bynum to Philadelphia. "I don't live with regrets. I still talk to the guys in Philly. But we talk mostly about things outside of basketball. I talk to Jrue [Holiday] about getting married. . . . And I talk with Evan [Turner] a lot. " Philadelphia Inquirer

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With just 17 games remaining in the season, Andre Iguodala is closer to making a decision about his future. Iguodala's contract gives him the opportunity to "opt out" and become a free agent after the season. Although the issue will get his full attention then, he admits he is aware of what is happening around him. "Obviously, you're talking to your agent and you're paying attention to trades, and salary caps that are being opened up through sign and trades and other guys who are in the same position as you," he said. "It's in the back of your mind. But as far as making a concrete decision, you really don't size it up until the season's over, because we have some opportunities to do some really good things here." Denver Post

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Benjamin Hochman: Former Nugget Mo Martin, talkin about the defense of @Andre Iguodala: "It's like Afflalo on steroids." Twitter @nuggetsnews

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He may opt out of the final season of his contract, but every indication is that he would do it to re-sign a long-term deal, not to leave. He may be having adjustment moments on offense, but is still a weapon who must be respected. There is little sign of blockbuster-induced uncertainty. “I’ve probably had about two or three good games, like real Andre Iguodala games, this year,” Iguodala said. “I haven’t had many. I haven’t been able to be in attack mode as much as I’ve wanted to be. But it’ll happen. I think the main thing is not to really press.” NBA.com

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"It's my business," Iguodala said. "That was part of the whole reason why so much of what happened, happened. Where we come from, guys aren't used to having what we have, and having access to it. So something like the union, it may not be as important to guys as it should be. But it's kind of like, we have to wake the guys up. They've got to have awareness. "I think guys have concerns and questions, but as long as those checks are coming in, they can get full. They can get satisfied. There's something that's bigger than just us. We've got to move forward for the guys coming in, and the next collective bargaining, and the one after that, and the one after that. "You have to set an environment of, this is how we handle business. We're going to get, the stereotypes are going to be, a bunch of African- American men, as long as they're getting paid, they're going to be fine with that. But we want to make it known where it's common that we care about our business, and we're involved. I think I can help in that area." NBA.com

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Andre Iguodala: He traveled tho! But I'm goin to Germany tomorrow. Twitter @andre

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Which leads me ask, what's up with JaVale McGee? Andre Iguodala: JaVale McGee is one of the smartest guys I know. Like, he's a nerd, plays with gadgets and is into technology. He's funny--he's got crazy jokes and his timing with jokes is really funny. You have to be really smart to think the way he does. He's a thinker, so his mind goes into a lot of different places, and I think that can be taken the wrong way when he's on the court--he can be an over-thinker at times. GQ.com

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Someone was telling me the other day that Dwyane Wade was one of the first fashion-forward guys of your generation, but I think you were, too. Andre Iguodala: You had a lot of guys who cared about how they presented themselves. But that was the beginning of his stardom, so everybody was paying attention. I've always tried to look the part. I always wanted to present myself well, and express my style with my clothes, as well as who I was as a basketball player. Since the dress code, guys have to dress the same way, but we express ourselves differently within that. That's one thing that's my definition of fashion, is that I want to express myself through clothes. It doesn't have to be trendy or like anybody else, it's just how you want people to see you. GQ.com

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But you have to think six months ahead? Andre Iguodala: Right. So coming soon I'll be shopping for fall. It's not that hard, actually. It's like, What don't I have? First of all I tried to build a base of things that I needed, and then you start filling in around that. It took me like a year or two to get everything I needed, and now I might buy one or two pieces that might not look as good in ten years because they're kind of trendy, but other than that I have my base, which is stuff that is pretty timeless. GQ.com

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Benjamin Hochman: The Nuggets are NOT trading Iguodala for Gasol, I've been told. Put the rumors to rest. Twitter @nuggetsnews

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James, who previously had taken a limited role in union affairs in his NBA career, was joined by the Nets’ Jerry Stackhouse and Denver’s Andre Iguodala on Saturday as being among the most outspoken players in demanding change at the top. “To his credit, LeBron asked a lot of questions concerning Hunter’s legal problems,’’ said one person who was briefed by several players on the meeting. “But really, everyone’s minds were made up before the meeting. LeBron stayed longer than he needed to. He called for Billy's firing. But so did Jerry Stackhouse and Andre Iguodala and several other players. LeBron was very good talking about the need for players to do more with the union and to have more representation.’’ New York Daily News

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So was it too much to expect Iguodala to lead the Nuggets in scoring and shoot better than 60 percent from the foul line? Coach George Karl is never afraid to tell me I'm wrong, so I asked him. "I'm not unhappy. That's unrealistic. You thought he'd be our leading scorer? I never thought that," Karl said. "He's a good scorer for us, and we have other guys we plug in. The way we play, we don't tilt the offense to one player until the end of the game. We just play basketball, go out, run and see who gets the touches." According to the coach, Iguodala has checked the box when it comes to distributing the ball and improving the team's defensive mind-set. Karl admits the pace of play has sometimes been a challenge for Iguodala. "His professionalism, it's not vocal ... but he's a pro. He prepares the right way; he's ready to go; he works his tail off," Karl said. "He hasn't seen that window or the opportunity to become the vocal leader of the team. But, in the first three or four months with a team, that's not unusual." Denver Post

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Friday night, Nuggets NBPA representative Andre Iguodala stood behind NBPA president Derek Fisher and suggested it was time for the players to handle the issue internally, without "outside influences." "I'm really behind Derek Fisher," Iguodala said. "He's been in the league a long time and done a really good job representing us as the head player rep. I think it's a smart decision [to place Hunter on leave]. We didn't let him go; we just placed him on leave. Now we get a chance to sit down with no outside influences, just the players, and really discuss what we're going to do next. And I think Derek's going to do a really good job leading us in that direction." CBSSports.com

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"I think [a vote] would be something that needs to be talked about and looked at as far as more players having a percentage of a vote, as far as eight guys," Iguodala said. "We need to avoid conflicts of interest, and who's close to who." Iguodala credited the more vocal opinions of the league's elite in these matters as one of the positives coming to light in recent events. "One thing that's postive about this is our superstar players are stepping up and voicing their opinions," he said. "They need to because they really keep our league going." CBSSports.com

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Matt Moore: More later but Andre Iguodala, NBPA rep is firmly behind Derek Fisher in Hunter situation. Twitter @HPbasketball

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Mike Wells: League announces officials missed Iguodala's foul on Paul George at end of Monday's game in Denver. Twitter @MikeWellsNBA

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