NBA fans are being forced to accept that Klay Thompson is no longer with the Golden State Warriors. As many members of the basketball community should be aware, Thompson and the Warriors did not do well last season and failed to even qualify for the postseason. As a result of his play, GSW did not make Klay an offer that he liked and Thompson ended up taking his talents to the Dallas Mavericks.
Given that Klay has spent his entire career with the Warriors until this point in time, some might even struggle with the fact that he will not be a part of the team from the start of next season. However, recent video footage will make those fans face reality.
Klay Thompson went through a scrimmage game in Dallas Mavericks gear
Any new player who joins a team is given the team’s gear. This includes things like jerseys, water bottles, and so on. It would appear as if Klay has already received his new Mavs gear and was spotted wearing a Mavericks jersey recently.
Although Klay was not spotted alongside his new teammates, fans did get to see the 4x NBA champion in action during a practice scrimmage. Thompson’s shooting abilities have clearly not reduced dramatically at this stage of his career. He is expected to play an important role for the Dallas Mavericks next season.
This scrimmage did not contain any NBA players. However, former Bucks star Patrick Beverley was spotted at the workout and also appears interested in improving his own game and playstyle. While Dallas Mavericks fans rejoice over a successful offseason, it is the Warriors fans who feel conflicted over this entire situation.
Klay Thompson signing with the Mavericks marks the end of Dub Nation
The Golden State Warriors have been the only basketball dynasty in recent times. Klay Thompson was an important part of their championship roster and still has a lot left to offer. Although many Warriors fans initially wanted him gone after his poor shooting performance towards the end of last season, there is no denying that some feel sad over the fact that they lost one of the best shooters in the history of the franchise.
With Klay’s time on the Warriors over, many fans are left wondering about the fate of the team. It might not be possible for Steph Curry and Draymond Green to contend for an NBA championship without Klay on the court for their team.