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Klay Thompson Says Warriors Dynasty Was Fueled by 'Scuffles' and Hurt Feelings

Golden State has publicly lauded his legacy, pledging to retire his No. 11 at Chase Center.

Overview

  • Speaking on the Showtime With Coop podcast, Thompson said the Warriors endured frequent scuffles, harsh words and hurt feelings during their title runs.
  • He recalled periods of friction with Draymond Green, Stephen Curry or the coach but emphasized leaving conflicts on the court to prioritize winning.
  • The Warriors released a celebratory statement praising Thompson's impact and said they look forward to retiring his jersey.
  • Draymond Green described Thompson's competitiveness as joking in tone yet genuinely serious in intent.
  • After signing a three-year, $50 million deal with Dallas in 2024, Thompson averaged 14.0 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists in his first Mavericks season, his lowest scoring since his rookie year.