Klay Thompson ‘p—ed’ off Steph Curry by ghosting him before game, Draymond Green says
The highly anticipated matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night had all eyes on Klay Thompson as he made his return to the Bay Area to face his former team. Thompson, who spent his first 11 seasons with the Warriors and won four championships, was met with a warm welcome from the team and fans.
The Warriors put together a classy tribute video for Thompson, which he appreciated and acknowledged by saluting the crowd. However, things took a surprising turn when forward Draymond Green revealed that Thompson had ghosted his former teammate, Steph Curry. Green shared on his “Draymond Green Show” that Curry was supposed to speak on behalf of Thompson before the game, but Thompson did not respond to Curry’s attempts to contact him.
Curry, who was reportedly upset about the situation, went on to have a stellar performance in the game, scoring a game-high 37 points, including a clutch 3-pointer at the end of the fourth quarter. The moment was capped off with Curry recreating his “night-night” celebration from the Paris Olympics and seemingly directing a message towards Thompson on the opposing team.
Despite the competitive nature of the game, Thompson also had a strong showing, scoring 22 points with four rebounds and three assists in 34 minutes of play. The game ended with a 120-117 victory for the Warriors, but both Curry and Thompson shared a heartfelt hug after the final buzzer sounded.
The Warriors have been thriving without Thompson this season, boasting an impressive 9-2 record, while the Mavericks have struggled with a 5-6 record after dropping their last three games. The rivalry between the two teams continues to be a highlight of the NBA season.
In conclusion, the reunion between Thompson and his former teammates provided an exciting and emotional night for both players and fans. Despite the competitive nature of the game, the mutual respect and camaraderie between Curry and Thompson were evident in their post-game embrace. The Warriors’ success without Thompson and the Mavericks’ determination to bounce back will be intriguing storylines to follow as the NBA season progresses.