One of the best trio in NBA history is on the verge of splitting up as Klay Thompson enters free agency. The Golden State Warriors dynasty is coming to an end after twelve wonderful years, as Thompson is no longer continuing with the team. The news has taken the NBA world by storm as the decision remains finalized after months of speculation.
During the last season, there were rumors that Klay Thompson and the Warriors had disagreements regarding his contract. Thompson wanted more than what the team offered, resulting in him making the tough decision. On the last day of announcing free agency, insiders Shams Charania and Anthony Slater reported that Thompson has made up his mind.
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 a legacy player.Shams Charania via X
The insiders also reported that there have been no negotiations or discussions between Thompson and the Golden State Warriors in the past two weeks. It seems that the 34-year-old made up his mind weeks ago. Thompson will move teams for the first time in his career as the Warriors drafted him.
BREAKING: 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 a legacy player, league sources say.
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— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 29, 2024Thompson truly had one of the most memorable careers with the Warriors, winning four championships with the team. The guard had some of the most ridiculous records during his time while also facing the hardest times of his career with the team. The player certainly meant a lot to the Warriors fans over the years.
Fans had a wide spectrum of reactions to Klay Thompson leaving the Warriors
From scoring 37 points in a single quarter to facing the most difficult injury of his career, Thompson has seen all kinds of ups and downs with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The trio’s partnership was one of the longest-tenured runs in the league’s history. With the dynasty, Thompson was also a part of what is considered the best backcourt in NBA history with his ‘Splash brother’ Curry.
The Dub Nation took to their social media to honor Thompson and applaud his time with the Warriors. As most fans were emotional after confirmation, others were delighted by the news. Check out the wide spectrum of reactions of fans from X below.
Klay is slander proof in Golden State:
-Pivotal role in 4 championships
-Never any drama during his tenure
-Tried to continue to play with a torn ACL in Finals
He left it all out on the floor every single night. Literal blood, sweat, and tears.
Forever a Warriors Legend. pic.twitter.com/hL9VO42nNg
— TheWarriorsTalk (@TheWarriorsTalk) June 29, 2024Klay in another jersey photo boutta do the craziest celtics shaq numbers
— Clique Productions (@ImClique_) June 29, 2024prime klay and curry was whooping ass the way i never seen ass get whooped before
— 🕷️ (@JYZOVRRTED) June 29, 2024Many teams have shown interest in Thompson, including the Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, and the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron James was even reported to be willing to take a pay cut to sign a player like Thompson. It will be interesting to see the guard’s decision in the coming week. Nevertheless, his exit from the Warriors is certainly the end of an era.
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