It is finally over. The Warriors’ dynasty is no more. Klay Thompson’s move to Dallas signified the end of an era. But did the Dubs show enough respect to their stalwart? That’s the question going around in circles in the NBA world.
During the latest episode of NBA Today, a shocking revelation came to the surface. Richard Jefferson revealed a story about Christmas day involving Klay Thompson that proved why his frustrations with the franchise were valid.
“Getting off an elevator on Christmas Day of this past year, I see Klay, ‘Oh, Klay. What’s up?’ He says, ‘What’s up?’ I’m like, ‘Hey, man. Keep your mentals right.’ He’s like, ‘Man, tell them to pay me my money,’” said the analyst. He further added, “[Klay] turned their franchise around. That franchise is worth billions of dollars not just because of Stephen Curry. It’s also because of Klay.”
Klay Thompson remained a constant fixture in the Warriors championship-winning sides. But the franchise was not willing to give him a new contract and instead gave Draymond Green a 4-year $100 million deal. This only increased his frustrations which finally ended up in an exit from his favorite franchise.
But now Thompson has a new home with the Mavs and his former employers are willing to pay a final show of respect.
Warriors Plan to Retire Klay Thompson’s Jersey
Just like Stephen Curry made the number 30 of the Warriors iconic, Klay Thompson did the same with his No.11. So, after his exit, the franchise now plans to retire his jersey.
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“The amount of joy and happiness that Klay provided Warriors fans, Bay Area natives and Dub Nation supporters all around the world has been immense and cannot be minimized,” the Warriors wrote in a statement. “Klay’s legacy will live on forever and we look forward to the day we can retire his #11 at Chase Center.”
In his 13-year career with the GSW, Thompson has won 4 NBA championships while being selected to the NBA All-Star on 5 different occasions. His multiple clutch moments defined his career and with the statement the franchise is intending to immortalize his legacy forever.
