In the tropical paradise of Hawaii, a new chapter unfolded for the Golden State Warriors as they embarked on their journey without Klay Thompson, the beloved shooting guard who had been an integral part of their dynasty. The news of his departure had sent shockwaves through the team, with Draymond Green and Stephen Curry, Thompson’s long-time teammates and friends, struggling to come to terms with the void he left behind.
It was a late June day when Green received the call from Thompson, informing him of his decision to leave the Warriors and join the Dallas Mavericks. Green knew something was amiss when Thompson, known for his brevity, engaged in small talk for nearly five minutes. The writing was on the wall, and Green’s instincts told him that Thompson was gone.
Curry, too, was taken aback when Thompson broke the news to him. He had hoped against hope that there was still a way to keep the Splash Brothers together, but Thompson’s mind was made up. The two superstars shared a heartfelt conversation, with Curry acknowledging that he would miss his friend and teammate dearly.
As the Warriors reported for training camp, the reality of Thompson’s absence hit home. Green walked into the locker room to find Thompson’s old stall now occupied by two new players, a poignant reminder that things would never be the same. Curry, meanwhile, couldn’t help but feel a sense of loss as he gazed at the empty space where Thompson used to sit.
The Warriors have brought in new faces to fill the void, including Buddy Hield, De’Anthony Melton, and Brandin Podziemski. While they possess the talent and potential to excel, they are not Klay Thompson, and the team knows it. Coach Steve Kerr is optimistic about the new additions, but he also acknowledges the emotional toll of Thompson’s departure.
As the season approaches, Curry and Green are bracing themselves for the emotional rollercoaster that lies ahead. They will face Thompson and the Mavericks on November 12, a game that promises to be an emotional reunion. The Warriors will honor Thompson with a video tribute, and the crowd will undoubtedly erupt in cheers as he takes the court.
But once the game tips off, it’s business as usual. Curry and Green will leave no stone unturned in their quest for victory, even if it means going hard against their old friend. As Green put it, “I’m going to run through his chest… because that’s what friends do.”
In the end, the split between Thompson and the Warriors is an amicable one, a testament to the bonds of friendship that transcend team loyalty. As Curry so eloquently put it, “You’re friends first, teammates second.” And that’s how it will always be.
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