Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) warms up before the game against the Phoenix Suns at American Airlines Center. Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

First Video of Klay Thompson Back in Warriors Arena Goes Viral

Originally posted on Golden State Warriors on SI
By Joey Linn | Last updated Nov 12, 2024 1:11 PM ET

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson is making his highly-anticipated return to the Bay Area on Tuesday night to face the Golden State Warriors. Spending 13 seasons with Golden State (playing in 11), Thompson won four NBA championships and broke several records.

The breakup between Thompson and the Warriors has been well documented. Likely to come off the bench for Golden State had he re-signed, the five-time All-Star needed a fresh start somewhere else. Coming off an NBA Finals loss, the Mavericks were the perfect fit.

Ahead of his return game, Thompson was recorded by the Mavericks’ social media team getting up shots in his former home.

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While this may be Thompson’s current mindset, the Warriors will be giving him the welcome he deserves after the four-time champion helped build a dynasty alongside Steph Curry and Draymond Green.

This article first appeared on Golden State Warriors on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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