Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources say
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources say

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ /verifyErrors }} Klay Thompson is moving on from the Golden State Warriors, with the four-time league champion agreeing to join the Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks and change franchises for the first time in his 13-year NBA career, two people with knowledge of the decision said Monday. Thompson is sixth on the NBA’s all-time 3-pointers made list with 2,481, behind Reggie Miller, Damian Lillard, James Harden, Ray Allen and Thompson’s now-former “Splash Brother” with the Warriors, Stephen Curry, and his 3,747 career makes from beyond the arc. Monday was a very different story for Tyrese Maxey, Derrick White, Isaiah Hartenstein, Tobias Harris, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins — who are about to sign deals worth a combined $565 million.

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Steph Curry spoils Klay Thompson’s emotional return to Bay Area as Golden State Warriors beat Dallas Mavericks
1 month, 1 week ago

Steph Curry spoils Klay Thompson’s emotional return to Bay Area as Golden State Warriors beat Dallas Mavericks

CNN  

CNN — Steph Curry spoiled the emotional return of his former “Splash Brother” Klay Thompson to Chase Center on Tuesday as the Golden State Warriors rallied late to beat the Dallas Mavericks 120-117. But it was Curry – with whom Thompson helped to revolutionize basketball with their three-point shooting – who had the last laugh, scoring 37 points and Golden …

Warriors to honor Klay Thompson in his return to Chase Center with the Mavericks
1 month, 1 week ago

Warriors to honor Klay Thompson in his return to Chase Center with the Mavericks

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Mere minutes after the final buzzer sounded, and with the score still showing on the big screen, an emotion-stirring graphic went up for all to see: side-by-side photos of Stephen Curry dribbling left-handed and Klay Thompson in nearly the same pose but now wearing a blue Mavericks jersey. The Golden State Warriors had just wrapped up their …

Mavs Title: Irving's Arrival Adds Another Dimension to a Contender
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mavs Title: Irving's Arrival Adds Another Dimension to a Contender

Associated Press  

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are talking about the Dallas Mavericks' title chances with Klay Thompson on board. The addition of Thompson means that the Mavs are a serious contender for the Western Conference Finals. The conversation also discusses the team's roster changes, including the signing of Naji Marshall and the trade of Tim Hardaway Jr. and three second-round picks …

With Klay Thompson’s shooting, Mavericks believe their NBA title ‘dreams can be possible’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

With Klay Thompson’s shooting, Mavericks believe their NBA title ‘dreams can be possible’

New York Times  

DALLAS — Stripping away all the intricacies of an NBA Finals, from the X’s and O’s to the matchups of stars to the chess game between coaches and even the sideshow of Kyrie Irving playing against his former team, Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd suggested Monday that his team lost to the Boston Celtics because of poor shooting. “And to …

Steph Curry, Warriors agree to 1-year, $62.6 million extension: Source
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Steph Curry, Warriors agree to 1-year, $62.6 million extension: Source

New York Times  

By Shams Charania, Marcus Thompson II and Mark Puleo The end of Steph Curry’s contract with the Golden State Warriors got farther away Thursday, as the star guard agreed to a one-year extension worth $62.6 million to keep him with the team he’s won four titles with through the 2026-27 season, a league source confirmed. Along with championship teammates Draymond …

Klay Thompson believes he could be the missing piece for the Mavs after leaving the Warriors
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Klay Thompson believes he could be the missing piece for the Mavs after leaving the Warriors

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Klay Thompson remembers telling Luka Doncic he thought the Dallas superstar was on a path to greatness after Golden State beat the Mavericks in the Western Conference finals two years ago. “There was times last year it was tough, where it wasn’t as joyful as it had it been in the past,” Thompson said. And I’m going to …

Klay Thompson looking to be re-energized with Mavericks: ‘Sometimes breakups are necessary’
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Klay Thompson looking to be re-energized with Mavericks: ‘Sometimes breakups are necessary’

New York Times  

DALLAS — While growing up near Portland, Ore., Klay Thompson still vividly remembers the “biggest day of his life” was when Scottie Pippen joined his hometown Trail Blazers. “I’m not saying I’m Scottie,” said Thompson, speaking Tuesday for the first time as a member of the Dallas Mavericks. “ actually was one of the first people to text me just …

Klay Thompson offers thoughtful farewell to Warriors, fans in Instagram post
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Klay Thompson offers thoughtful farewell to Warriors, fans in Instagram post

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Klay Thompson offered a farewell message to the Bay Area and Golden State fans after departing the Warriors in free agency this week to join the Dallas Mavericks on a three-year, $50 million contract. Splash Bros 4 life my guy.” Thompson had a frustrating 0-for-10 shooting performance in a 118-94 loss at Sacramento in the play-in tournament …

Steve Kerr thanks Klay Thompson for ‘10 incredible years,’ says ex-Warrior needed ‘a shift’
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Steve Kerr thanks Klay Thompson for ‘10 incredible years,’ says ex-Warrior needed ‘a shift’

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — Before he turned to the business of coaching Team USA, coach Steve Kerr thanked one of his favorite players he has ever coached who is no longer under his employ — Klay Thompson. “I want to thank Klay for 10 incredible years…that I was there for,” Kerr said Saturday, before taking any questions following his first day …

Golden State Warriors Reveals Plans To Retire 4-Time NBA Champ Klay Thompson’s No. 11 Jersey
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Golden State Warriors Reveals Plans To Retire 4-Time NBA Champ Klay Thompson’s No. 11 Jersey

News 18  

The Golden State Warriors gave a wholesome tribute to Klay Thompson, thanking him for the 13 seasons he spent with the team. “We can’t overstate Klay Thompson’s incredible and legendary contributions with the Warriors during his 13 years with the team,” they wrote. Warriors statement on Klay Thompson: pic.twitter.com/qIscaFW5mN— Warriors PR July 2, 2024 The official statement of Thompson’s departure …

Why Klay Thompson chose Mavericks over Lakers and put the Warriors in his past
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Klay Thompson chose Mavericks over Lakers and put the Warriors in his past

New York Times  

The meeting was supposed to be about Klay Thompson and his free-agency future. But when the party of four settled in for a 90-minute dinner at the Bottle Inn Italian restaurant in Hermosa Beach, Calif., on Sunday night, just one block away from all those luxurious houses on The Strand that overlook the Pacific Ocean, the Golden State Warriors legend …

How Klay Thompson’s 13-year run with the Warriors splintered so unceremoniously
5 months, 3 weeks ago

How Klay Thompson’s 13-year run with the Warriors splintered so unceremoniously

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — The tensest of 24-hour stretches in Klay Thompson’s 13th and final season as a Golden State Warrior — ending in an unceremonious divorce that stunned so many this week — came directly before this past All-Star break, during and after a home collapse against the LA Clippers. It’d be so hard to envision myself in another uniform.” …

Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources say
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Klay Thompson is leaving the Warriors and will join the Mavericks, AP sources say

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Klay Thompson has taken off his Golden State jersey for the last time. Thompson is moving on from the Warriors, with the four-time league champion agreeing to join the Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks and change franchises for the first time in his 13-year NBA career, two people with knowledge of the decision said Monday. Without mentioning Dallas …

Klay Thompson will join Mavericks on a three-year contract
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Klay Thompson will join Mavericks on a three-year contract

LA Times  

Warriors guard Klay Thompson gets past Spurs guard Devin Vassell, right, for a layup during a game in March. Klay Thompson is moving on from the Golden State Warriors, with the four-time league champion agreeing to join the Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks and change franchises for the first time in his 13-year NBA career, two people with knowledge of …

Klay Thompson to join Mavericks, Warriors get 2 second-round picks in sign-and-trade: Sources
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Klay Thompson to join Mavericks, Warriors get 2 second-round picks in sign-and-trade: Sources

New York Times  

By Shams Charania, Anthony Slater, Tim Cato, Jovan Buha and Lukas Weese Klay Thompson will join the Dallas Mavericks, league sources said Monday, a move that ends his 13-year run as a core member of the Golden State Warriors dynasty. The Warriors will receive two second-round draft picks — Dallas’ 2031 second-round pick and a 2025 least favorable pick between …

Inside the Warriors’ foiled Paul George attempt, Klay Thompson’s inevitable departure
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Inside the Warriors’ foiled Paul George attempt, Klay Thompson’s inevitable departure

New York Times  

No need to wait for the documentaries and years of context to sort this one out: The events of Saturday night will go down as the threshold moment of a threshold offseason at a threshold point of a rather significant portion of Golden State Warriors history. But the Clippers never agreed to any version of a trade, and now George …

Warriors preparing to lose Klay Thompson in free agency: Sources
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Warriors preparing to lose Klay Thompson in free agency: Sources

New York Times  

The Golden State Warriors are preparing to lose four-time NBA champion Klay Thompson in free agency, an expected parting of ways between a legendary dynasty and one of its legacy players, league sources told The Athletic. Thompson and the Warriors have had close to no communication since the negotiating period opened for incumbent free agents nearly two weeks ago and …

Warriors’ Mike Dunleavy Jr. plots a reasoned offseason that might not include Klay Thompson
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Warriors’ Mike Dunleavy Jr. plots a reasoned offseason that might not include Klay Thompson

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — Maybe Mike Dunleavy Jr. had a very direct message to deliver on Monday, maybe it was a slightly coded signal to his roster and the rest of the league or maybe he was just speaking honestly about this Golden State Warriors moment. The mood of his 20-minute pre-draft media session, though, was clear: The Warriors aren’t panicked …

Klay Thompson misses all 10 shots in what might have been his final game with the Warriors
8 months, 1 week ago

Klay Thompson misses all 10 shots in what might have been his final game with the Warriors

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Klay Thompson has provided so many memorable moments during his decade-plus run as Stephen Curry’s Splash Brother running mate for the Golden State Warriors dynasty. Those were all distant memories as Thompson had one of his worst games ever at a big moment, missing all 10 shots he took Tuesday night in a 118-94 loss to the …

Kawakami: Warriors’ Klay Thompson keeps going, and his price tag keeps going up
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawakami: Warriors’ Klay Thompson keeps going, and his price tag keeps going up

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — Klay Thompson didn’t jog through the corridor back into the Golden State Warriors’ locker room after his pregame workout on Sunday, he levitated. “Oh yeah, I feel great!” What happened over the next few hours, for anybody who witnessed the hallway hallelujah, seemed inevitable at that point: With Stephen Curry given the night off, Klay made five …

Klay Thompson sent to the bench for the first time since 2012, responds with a season-high 35 points
10 months, 1 week ago

Klay Thompson sent to the bench for the first time since 2012, responds with a season-high 35 points

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Klay Thompson was told Thursday he wouldn’t be starting a game for the first time since he was a Golden State rookie in 2012. It was the first time the four-time NBA champion came off the bench since March 11, 2012, during the lockout-delayed first season of his career. I just wanted to take it upon …

Stephen Curry scores 37 as Warriors beat 76ers 119-107
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Stephen Curry scores 37 as Warriors beat 76ers 119-107

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Since Draymond Green returned from his second suspension of the season, the Golden State Warriors have begun looking like their balanced, ball-sharing selves again. Curry scored 37 points with eight 3-pointers, Kuminga added 26 points, and the Warriors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 119-107 on Tuesday night as guard Klay Thompson sat out with an illness. It’s fun, …

Thompson: The Warriors’ upside is clear, but their depth is getting in the way
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Thompson: The Warriors’ upside is clear, but their depth is getting in the way

New York Times  

DENVER — Jonathan Kuminga pulled his black sweater with bleached accents down his torso until it rested atop his black pants. It’s like, ‘What they want me to do?’ I can pass and I can do different s—.” The Warriors’ win streak would be six games if not for Curry’s Christmas curse. Though Monday was one of Wiggins’ better games, …

Thompson: Stephen Curry, with one epic splash, revives the Warriors’ season
1 year ago

Thompson: Stephen Curry, with one epic splash, revives the Warriors’ season

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — Stephen Curry would not be stopped. “Curry’s back has to be hurting,” rookie guard Brandin Podziemski, who left the game with a lower back strain, blurted aloud randomly from his locker after the Warriors’ 132-126 overtime victory over Boston. TRAYCE JACKSON-DAVIS MEETS JB AT THE RIM 😳 pic.twitter.com/l5sBIFHvaH — NBA on TNT December 20, 2023 “Trayce’s two …

Klay Thompson wants to stay with Warriors but feels ‘blessed’ regardless of future
1 year, 2 months ago

Klay Thompson wants to stay with Warriors but feels ‘blessed’ regardless of future

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — There’s been an expectation from those around Klay Thompson that he will actively attempt to keep his expiring contract, unknown future and theoretical free agency from becoming a distraction this season. It’d be so hard to envision myself in another uniform.” Draymond Green and Klay Thompson receive their championship rings before opening night last season. While there, …

NBA semifinal: Klay Thompson grabs spotlight as Warriors even series with Lakers
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA semifinal: Klay Thompson grabs spotlight as Warriors even series with Lakers

The Hindu  

Klay Thompson poured in a game-high 30 points in 31 minutes, the Golden State Warriors held Anthony Davis to 11 and the defending champion evened its Western Conference semifinal series against the Los Angeles Lakers at one win apiece with a 127-100 shellacking Thursday night in San Francisco. Pressed into starting duty with Kevon Looney limited by an illness, JaMychal …

Andrew Wiggins returns for Golden State Warriors, hits 17 points against Sacramento Kings in NBA Playoffs opener
1 year, 8 months ago

Andrew Wiggins returns for Golden State Warriors, hits 17 points against Sacramento Kings in NBA Playoffs opener

The Hindu  

Andrew Wiggins gave the Golden State Warriors almost everything they wanted in his first game in more than two months. Then with a chance to win it at the end, Wiggins missed, and the Warriors lost 126-123 to the Sacramento Kings in Game 1 of their first-round series Saturday night. It was wonderful to have him back.” Wiggins returned after …

Thompson: It’s Warriors-Kings — and everything that comes with it — in the first round
1 year, 8 months ago

Thompson: It’s Warriors-Kings — and everything that comes with it — in the first round

New York Times  

This one is for Mitch Richmond, whose name is synonymous with Golden State and whose No. It’s awesome to know that we’re back in the fray.” Hype aside, Curry does underscore the significance of this postseason, which is even greater than the first-ever postseason meeting between the Kings and Warriors. Iron Warriors Name Consecutive 82-game seasons Kevon Looney 2021-22, 2022-23 …

NBA: Warriors unsure if Andrew Wiggins will return
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Warriors unsure if Andrew Wiggins will return

The Hindu  

Golden State Warriors is uncertain whether forward Andrew Wiggins will return this season. “I think that’s the hope, but really there’s nothing to report on,” head coach Steve Kerr said before Saturday’s overtime win against the Milwaukee Bucks. Whatever happens we’ll handle it accordingly.” The Warriors have not shared any details about Wiggins’ situation. I know he’s missing the vibe …

NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves, Golden State Warriors out to move above break-even mark
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Minnesota Timberwolves, Golden State Warriors out to move above break-even mark

The Hindu  

Two.500 teams much in need of a winning streak go head-to-head Sunday afternoon in San Francisco when the Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Golden State Warriors. Golden State had its long-range offensive game in high gear Friday night at home against the Houston Rockets, making a season-high-tying 26 3-pointers -- one off the NBA record -- in a 116-101 victory. Playing …

Golden State Warriors Forward Andrew Wiggins Pens 4-year Extension
2 years, 2 months ago

Golden State Warriors Forward Andrew Wiggins Pens 4-year Extension

News 18  

Forward Andrew Wiggins signed a four-year contract extension with the Golden State Warriors on Saturday, keeping a key starter for the defending champions around as the team announced his signing. A first-time All-Star last season, the 27-year-old Wiggins reached the playoffs for just the second time in his eight-year career and often took on a tough defensive assignment in helping …

Klay Thompson has found his footing in 2022 NBA Finals, just in time for Game 6
2 years, 6 months ago

Klay Thompson has found his footing in 2022 NBA Finals, just in time for Game 6

New York Times  

BOSTON — The most frantic Game 5 moment for the Warriors came with just under four minutes left in the third quarter. But the defensive pecking order in the backcourt, even after Thompson’s two devastating injuries, remains the same: Thompson takes the tougher assignment. To the naked eye, it’s really hard to officiate.” But Thompson’s biggest defensive value remains his …

Curry, Thompson send Warriors into Western Conference finals
2 years, 7 months ago

Curry, Thompson send Warriors into Western Conference finals

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — This kind of playoff triumph is three years in the making for Klay Thompson, who endured countless hours of rehab and heartache to reach this point again. Thompson knocked down eight 3-pointers on the way to 30 points, Stephen Curry scored 29 with six 3s, and the Warriors eliminated the Memphis Grizzlies with a 110-96 win in …

NBA roundup: Klay Thompson scores season-high 41 in Warriors' win
2 years, 8 months ago

NBA roundup: Klay Thompson scores season-high 41 in Warriors' win

The Hindu  

Klay Thompson scored a season-high 41 points and led a 3-point shooting barrage as the visiting Golden State Warriors defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 128-107 in the regular-season finale for both teams on Sunday night. Magic 125, Heat 111 R.J. Hampton scored a career-high 21 points, making four of Orlando's franchise-record-tying 23 3-pointers, and the host Magic defeated Sunshine State …

Curry finalises $215million four-year extension with Warriors
3 years, 4 months ago

Curry finalises $215million four-year extension with Warriors

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry finalised his $215 million, four-year contract extension Friday as the Golden State Warriors began building the roster around the longtime face of the franchise at the start of free agency. Earlier in the day, Golden State signed free agent forward Nemanja Bjelica to a one-year contract that will pay him the league minimum and added free agent forward …

Klay Thompson suffers a right leg injury hours before the Warriors’ No. 2 pick
4 years, 1 month ago

Klay Thompson suffers a right leg injury hours before the Warriors’ No. 2 pick

New York Times  

Only hours before the Warriors were set to make a monumental decision as it relates to their future, their present was delivered a massive gut punch. Klay Thompson suffered a lower right leg injury during a Wednesday morning workout in Southern California, per The Athletic’s Shams Charania, who reported that Thompson was “unable to place weight on his lower leg …

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