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Klay Day: NBA players react to Klay Thompson's returnGolden State Warriors2yESPNHow Victor Wembanyama shattered the rookie wallSan Antonio Spurs6hAndrew LopezDoncic's triple-double streak ends with early exitDallas Mavericks15hTim MacMahonMitchell's return sparks hot-shooting Cavs to winNew Orleans Pelicans13hKawhi (back) leaves arena, uncertain for road tripLA Clippers2dOhm YoungmisukKAT has meniscus surgery, reevaluated in 4 weeksMinnesota Timberwolves2dMagic reward Mosley with four-year extensionOrlando Magic2dAdrian WojnarowskiPorter retiring after 11 NBA seasons, 6 teamsUtah Jazz2dNBA Power Rankings: Pelicans climb up West behind Trey Murphy III while SGA drives OKCAtlanta Hawks1dESPNWaiver wire pickups: Banton, Dosunmu make most of opportunities3dJim McCormick'Bold statement': Isiah Thomas gives input on Warriors' legacyGolden State Warriors19hKalan HooksNBA players celebrate Klay Thompson's return after more than two yearsESPNJan 9, 2022, 10:20 PM ETEmailPrintFor the last two years, Klay Thompson's Instagram has been a place for fans to follow along with the Golden State Warriors guard while he's been away from the game. In addition to updates on his recovery from a torn ACL and an Achilles tear, Thompson has given fans an inside look at how he's spent his 941 days away from the NBA.Staying true to form, Thompson took to Instagram on Saturday to announce his return. Sharing a clip from "Space Jam," Thompson captioned the post, "How I'm pulling up to chase [Center] tomorrow.""IM SO EXCITED TO SEE YALL DUBNATION! LETS GET IT," Thompson wrote.Thompson also shared a message from the team's account, in which he had four words for fans."Dub Nation, I'm back." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Golden State Warriors (@warriors) Ahead of Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, several of Thompson's teammates took to social media to celebrate the Splash Brother's return. Stephen Curry went so far as to change his Twitter profile picture to a photo of Thompson.Klay Day pic.twitter.com/6qVnN3Y6Cf— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) January 9, 2022

Draymond Green, who also took to Twitter to celebrate "Klay Day," was so determined to honor Thompson that he was on the court for the opening tipoff despite being sidelined with an injury.Klay Day!!! Loading... I'm excited as hell!— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) January 9, 2022 Thompson's teammates weren't the only ones excited for his return. Several players from around the league took to social media to welcome the Warriors guard back to the court.Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James shared his excitement via emojis, while Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Patrick Beverley and Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell kept their messages simple. https://t.co/BQdVkfcuHX— LeBron James (@KingJames) January 9, 2022

@KlayThompson welcome back brother!!— Kyle Lowry (@Klow7) January 9, 2022

The game missed Klay. Happy to have you back champ! https://t.co/285jvOxlwc— Jayson Tatum (@jaytatum0) January 10, 2022

The Game has missed @KlayThompson glad u back gang.— Patrick Beverley (@patbev21) January 9, 2022 Welcome Back!!! @KlayThompson— Donovan Mitchell (@spidadmitchell) January 10, 2022

Even Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade woke up excited for Thompson's long-awaited return.Good Morning!!!! Today is Klay Day! Welcome back @KlayThompson— DWade (@DwyaneWade) January 9, 2022 The excitement continued prior to tipoff as Thompson's Warriors teammates showed up to the arena rocking various Klay jerseys for the occasion.Warriors teammates showed up to the arena in Klay jerseys for his return ❤️ (via @warriors) pic.twitter.com/j3rm8V8x5p— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) January 9, 2022 The energy was palpable as the Splash Bro received his first Chase Center introduction, much to the delight of the crowd.Allow me to reintroduce myself.#KlayDay pic.twitter.com/yN2esvJj8Y— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022 Then the 31-year-old wasted no time getting his first bucket.HE'S BAAAAACK pic.twitter.com/PYK6MdmAGV— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022 Thompson's warm reception extended beyond the basketball world as Bay Area rappers, and noted Warriors fans, MC Hammer and G-Eazy took to Twitter to express their feelings on the five-time All-Star's return.It's the little things that are BIG,Steph ran out early so "Dub Love" would be focused ALL on Klay. Class !!!!!!Draymond knew he couldn't go tonight but he wanted to be on the floor with Klay so he did the tip off. Class !!!! #DubNaation — MC HAMMER (@MCHammer) January 10, 2022

Heartbroke I can't be at @KlayThompson first game back, getting over this damn virus smh but damn feels good to see my boy back on the floor !— G-Eazy (@G_Eazy) January 10, 2022 In the second quarter, Thompson got the Golden State bench on its feet when he threw down this dunk: KLAY THOMPSON #KlayThompson || #NBAAllStar pic.twitter.com/KuGLGKGLQQ— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022 If Klay dunking made you feel some type of way, you might be interested to know he drained a 3 too.SPLASH Klay knocks down his first triple pic.twitter.com/gEnMo9VLHu— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) January 10, 2022 Yup, still pure.

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SAN FRANCISCO — The smile spread wide on Klay Thompson’s face. He had plenty of reasons to show such joy.

After spending a combined 2 1/2 years healing an ACL in his left knee and an Achilles tendon in his right leg, Klay Thompson finally played in an NBA game again. The Warriors secured a 96-82 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday at Chase Center. Before and after the game, teammates, coaches and fans showered him with cheers and praise amid pre-game warmups, line-up introductions and once he left the court.

But as Thompson glanced down on the interview table, the Warriors’ guard also smiled for something else so simple that he could not do for the past 941 days.

“I’m just so happy I could even look at the stat sheet and see my name there,” Thompson said. “I see my shot attempts, makes and all the stats again.”

Check out some of the best plays, baskets and more from Klay Thompson's 2021-22 season debut.

What did the stat lines say in Thompson’s first game since June 13, 2019 when he tore the ACL in his left knee against the Toronto Raptors in a decisive Game 6 loss of The Finals?

Thompson had 17 points while shooting 7-of-18 from the field and 3-of-8 from 3-point range along with three fouls, two turnovers and one block in nearly 20 minutes. While the box score captured some of his shooting brilliance and anticipated rust, it did not capture Thompson opening the game finishing a floater at the basket and later throwing down a one-handed dunk.

But after putting his entire performance in context and soaking up all the emotions he felt before and after his return, Thompson became nearly as giddy as when he once hoisted the Larry O’Brien trophy three times.

the most wholesome game ball delivery pic.twitter.com/3pvWec6h2D

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

“I’m not going to say it was the equivalent to winning a championship, but man, it was pretty freaking close,” Thompson said. “There were times, in the past, where you second guess yourself. You [wonder] if you are going to be the same player or have the same explosion or whatever term and just to be able to go out there and shoot the ball and play defense and compete. Man, it was special.”

Thompson more than ready for this return

The crowd at Chase Center was ecstatic even as Klay Thompson warmed up on Sunday.

What made this moment so special traces back to his history with the Warriors organization.

In a way, Thompson’s latest game was 10 1/2 years in the making. The Warriors selected him with the 11th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft and saw him blossom into one of the NBA’s best two-way players. The Warriors showed further trust in Thompson when they traded Monta Ellis to the Milwaukee Bucks a year later. The Warriors showed more devotion to Thompson two years later when they declined to deal him for Kevin Love. Thompson then proved the Warriors right by helping them win three NBA titles in five Finals appearances.

During that journey, Warriors fans fell in love with Thompson for more than just his dramatic shooting and dependable defense. They appreciated Thompson’s low maintenance personality and aversion to the spotlight. They became enamored with both his down-to-Earth personality and ability to produce unintentional comedy. They related to his hobbies, that include hanging out with his beloved, dog, Rocco, and his family while enjoying the outdoors on his boat and at the park.

I’ll never forget this night, I’ll never forget the reception the Warrior fans gave us, especially myself … It was worth every single moment.”

— Warriors guard Klay Thompson

“He’s provided some of the biggest thrills for these fans over the last decade they have ever experienced,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said. “He sort of feels like one of them. Everybody connects with him because he is authentic. He’s just Klay. I think everybody appreciates that.”

They also appreciated Thompson for other qualities. Thompson showed accountability for taking ownership in the Warriors losing Game 7 to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of the 2016 Finals after nursing a 3-1 series lead. Thompson showed loyalty after stressing he wanted to remain a “Warrior for life” well before he became a free agent three years ago. Thompson showed his vulnerability tore the ACL in his left knee during the 2019 NBA Finals only to rupture the tendon in his right Achilles on the day of the 2020 NBA Draft.

“I love them for it,” Thompson said. “We’ve been through the highest of highs or the lowest of lows, whether it’s losing Game 7 of a record-setting season or winning three championships. We’ve done everything together – whether it’s celebrate or hurt from the losses. So, they feel for me, and I feel for them.”

For the first time in Chase Center, @KlayThompson's name is announced.#DubNation brought the NOISE pic.twitter.com/pTxwrqDsP2

— Chase Center (@ChaseCenter) January 10, 2022

But Thompson’s return was also 2 1/2 years in the making ever since he lasted played a basketball game. The Warriors played 177 regular-season games and two Play-In Tournament games while Thompson mended.

During that time, Thompson admittedly nursed both frustration with staying sidelined and self-doubt on if he would ever become the same player that made five All-Star appearances, shattered shooting records and became an All-Defensive selection in 2018-19.

“When you tear a ligament or an ACL, it just takes so much time to build up that muscle again,” Thompson said. “Then you have the thoughts, ‘Will I have the same pop? Will I have the same responsive reflexes?’”

✔️ @klaythompson's first Chase Center bucket✔️ #DubNation ROAR pic.twitter.com/IgAueBKe9r

— Chase Center (@ChaseCenter) January 10, 2022

That negative thinking often fizzled away. Thompson relied on sources that contributed toward having a positive attitude. He trusted the Warriors’ medical staff with both his training and dieting. He spent time with family. He hung out with Rocco. He read books, played chess and enjoyed his boat. He consulted with Tony Robbins, a renowned motivational speaker.

“Tough times don’t last; tough people do,” Thompson said. “That’s what I really learned.”

‘I’ll never forget this night’

Klay Thompson showed little signs of rust in his explosive return to NBA action, scoring 17 points in 20 minutes.

No wonder Thompson seemed at ease leading into his return.

The Warriors cleared him for five-on-five drills in mid-November before scrimmaging with their NBA G League team in Santa Cruz. Thompson also scrimmaged with the Warriors’ starting lineup 1 1/2 weeks ago in Denver after the league postponed the team’s game there. Kerr already had various talks with Thompson about his initial conservative workload, new out-of-bounds plays and updated terminology.

Besides, Thompson has become averse to pressure-packed moments. He never shied away from taking shots during both shooting streaks and slumps. Thompson famously scored a career-high 60 points against Indiana on Dec. 5, 2016 after missing morning shootaround because he overslept.

“He just loves the game so much that he’s able to play and go and immerse himself in the game and do so even in the most pressurized environments,” Kerr said.

"This is a night I will never forget." pic.twitter.com/y7OtqctiWp

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

Nonetheless, Kerr predicted Thompson’s return “might be the most difficult he plays in” because of the long layoff and “all of that frustration built in.” Kerr added, “It’s going to be incredibly emotional for the rest of us. So, imagine what it’ll be like for Klay.”

It was emotional, no doubt. But nerve-wracking? No way.

During this past weekend, Thompson put himself in a good mental head space to avoid that. After practice on Saturday, Thompson went on his boat and then enjoyed a full night’s sleep. On Sunday, Thompson then refused to go on the internet or look at his phone. Instead, he spent time with his family and Rocco at a park and meditated to prepare for the game.

“I knew it was going to be electric tonight,” Thompson said. “I tried to visualize this moment for years really, and gosh it was worth every second.”

Was it ever.

Thompson’s teammates all wore his No. 11 jersey during pre-game warmups. Warriors star Stephen Curry then intentionally completed his pre-game warmup before and during Thompson’s.

“Before he got hurt, I usually left the court by the time he was coming on,” Curry said. “I got to feel that energy when he got out there.”

• NBA stars, legends react to Thompson’s return

Once Thompson took the court an hour before tipoff, Warriors fans flooded the arena’s courtside seats and cheered for him as if he were competing in a playoff game. Thompson raised his arms to entice the crowd to cheer louder. After Thompson sank his first six shots, the volume level increased. And then once Thompson completed his workout, he darted toward the entrance tunnel amid another flood of roars.

Nearly 45 minutes later, the arena played a 90-second tribute video that featured some of his highlights. The Warriors then shifted their starting lineup introductions. Normally, the public address announcer says Curry’s name last. This time, he saved Thompson for last. As Curry said, “I got goosebumps outside the court just watching.” And Thompson?

Game. On. #DubNation pic.twitter.com/O0Za9qh4XX

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

“That was a very special moment,” Thompson said. “I’ll never forget this night, I’ll never forget the reception the Warrior fans gave us, especially myself. Gosh, it was fun. It was worth every single day of being away and in that squat rack or on that shuttle board and all the conditioning days. It was worth every single moment.”

Another memorable moment then happened. Warriors forward Draymond Green was announced as a starter. But seven seconds into the game, Green committed a foul before leaving the court. The reason? Green experienced tightness in his left calf during his pre-game warmup. Although Kerr expressed confidence “this is a short-term thing,” he determined “there was no way we were going to risk playing him.”

Everybody connects with him because he is authentic. He’s just Klay. I think everybody appreciates that.”

— Warriors coach Steve Kerr

Kerr described Green as “devastated” for not being able to play with Thompson during return. But Kerr added that Green “wanted to be a part of the starting lineup.” So, Kerr alerted Cavaliers coach J.B Bickerstaff while Warriors general manager Bob Myers informed Cavs general manager Koby Altman about the team’s plans. Cleveland accepted the arrangement. So did Green, even though it meant the box score would read that he had zero points, rebounds and assists, numbers that would count against his season averages.

“Draymond only cares about one thing, and that’s winning,” Thompson said. “He does things that don’t show up in the box score. I think real basketball heads know that. Draymond is a winner. He has been a winner at every level. Very selfless as a teammate, and it just felt right to have him out there even for just a second. I appreciate him. I can’t wait to compete with him again. He’s such a great cerebral player.”

Things slowly returning to normal for Thompson, Warriors

Relive Klay Thompson's first poster dunk and first 3-pointer of the season.

That didn’t sap Thompson’s enthusiasm in his return, though. On the first play of the game, Thompson curled off a screen and drove to the basket before finishing with a floater.

“I was so excited that I saw a lane to the basket so I just took the opportunity,” Thompson said. “It was a really tough floater. After that went in, I thought it was going to be one of those nights where I might be unconscious.”

That didn’t surprise Thompson’s coaches and teammates. Kerr forewarned his players not to feel too much pressure in passing him the ball because Thompson knows how to create shots for himself. It did surprise the Warriors he took that floater to open the game.

What a moment.#KlayThompson || #NBAAllStar pic.twitter.com/gTXRedccU1

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

The reason?

“I drew the first play up not for him, but for him to catch it and move it on,” Kerr said. “I should’ve known better.”

Curry added that Kerr originally assigned Thompson to pass the ball as a decoy so that Curry could come off a screen. As Kerr drew up the play, Thompson interrupted and pleaded to have a catch-and-shoot opportunity along the baseline. Curry shared that Kerr stumbled before throwing up his hands and giving Thompson permission to shoot if he got the ball. As Curry mused, “It was a good moment to get off his shoulders.”

Contrary to what Thompson predicted he didn’t go on a shooting streak. He missed his next four shots, including three from deep. He played in only the first 4:23 of the game before spending the first half of the second quarter riding a stationary bike.

Shortly after Thompson returned with 4:23 remaining, he showed something unexpected. From the top of the key, Thompson crossed up Cavs center Jarrett Allen after he reached. Then, Thompson weaved past Cleveland guard Darius Garland. After that, Thompson jumped past Dylan Windler and Lauri Markkanen for a one-handed dunk.

The entire Warriors bench leaped out of their seats. So did the 18,064 fans.

“It’s funny because I didn’t dunk the whole two months of scrimmaging,” Thompson said. “It felt so good to throw that down. I did not expect that.”

Neither did Thompson’s teammates.

this belongs in a museum#KlayThompson || #NBAAllStar pic.twitter.com/PrzeThHwMK

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

“I will remember that dunk,” Warriors forward Kevon Looney said. “My whole time here when Klay had perfect knees and Achilles, I don’t remember him dunking like that.”

In fairness, Thompson has dunked earlier in his 10-year career. He even placed bets with former Warriors center Zaza Pachulia over who could throw down the most dunks. Those moments rarely happened, though.

“I just saw the rim. Lucky for me, I threw it down with authority and that felt really good. It felt really good, guys,” Thompson said. “Knowing I can still do that? Not just being able to get to my spots and rise up and shoot? It’s only up from here.”

Though Thompson offered a highlight reel, he also offered some gaffes. His shot looked rusty and he even airballed a step-back 3. On one play, Thompson got called for traveling. And on another play, Cleveland guard Lamar Stevens drove right past Thompson along the baseline for a dunk.

“He’s going to have to work his way through that for the next few games and continue to build up his endurance,” Kerr said. “It’ll come. The rhythm and timing will come. But it’s not going to be smooth sailing.”

Thompson didn’t show too much turbulence, though.

Kerr described Thompson’s defense “as solid” after showing glimpses he could become an elite defender again. Thompson muscled with Markkanen in the post. Thompson blocked Markkanen from behind on one play. Thompson believed he deserved another block when he stuffed Garland from behind on a different play, only to receive a whistle for his third foul. Thompson may have walked away from the official in frustration. But he hardly expressed frustration on what all the defensive plays meant.

Standing ovation for @KlayThompson pic.twitter.com/kVkFy5doZc

— Chase Center (@ChaseCenter) January 10, 2022

“I felt great defensively,” Thompson said. “I felt strong. I’m excited for the challenges ahead guarding the best guys in the league again.”

Thompson has a chance to prove that when the Warriors (30-9) visit the Memphis Grizzlies (28-14) on Tuesday. For now, the Warriors just enjoyed what they saw in Thompson’s debut.

After Thompson exited the floor with 2:41 remaining, Warriors fans gave him a standing ovation. They then chanted his name repeatedly before yelling, “We want Klay.” Kerr did not oblige out of want to conserve Thompson’s workload, but that did not dampen the mood.

Once the final buzzer sounded, Thompson soaked in the atmosphere. He hugged Love, who both had Finals clashes and grew up together in Portland. Thompson hugged his teammates. After Thompson entered an arena hallway, Warriors cheerleaders showered him with another warm reception. Then in the locker room, the Warriors presented Thompson with the game ball. Kerr noted the typically reserved Thompson said nothing.

“It’s been a long time. Two-and-a-half years,” Kerr said. “But it seemed normal to see him there and see him with his teammates.”

It also seemed normal that Thompson would take 18 shots in only 20 minutes. “That is so Klay Thompson,” Curry cracked. All of which caused Thompson to smile one more time after scanning the box score.

“Nothing’s really changed,” Thompson said, before walking out of the interview room. But something has changed. No longer does Thompson have to wait as long to play basketball again.

Said Thompson: “I’m just very, very happy right now.”

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Mark Medina is a senior writer/analyst for NBA.com. You can e-mail him here, find his archive here and follow him on Twitter.

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@KlayThompson welcome back brother!!— Kyle Lowry (@Klow7) January 9, 2022

The game missed Klay. Happy to have you back champ! https://t.co/285jvOxlwc— Jayson Tatum (@jaytatum0) January 10, 2022

The Game has missed @KlayThompson glad u back gang.— Patrick Beverley (@patbev21) January 9, 2022 Welcome Back!!! @KlayThompson— Donovan Mitchell (@spidadmitchell) January 10, 2022

Klay Day: A celebration worth the wait for Golden State Warriors

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The Top 30 Golden State Warriors Ever MerchPodcastAboutKlay Day: A celebration worth the wait for Golden State WarriorsBy Keith Watkins | Jan 10, 2022OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 05: Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors stands for the National Anthem before their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at ORACLE Arena on April 05, 2019 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) / Klay Thompson Day. The 9th of January 2022, mark it down â€“ a date now forever etched in Golden State Warriorsâ€™ history.Klay Thompsonâ€™s triumphant return to the Golden State Warriors is a day that will go down as an all-time great NBA moment.Juan Toscano-Anderson declared it an â€˜East Oakland national holidayâ€™ prior to tip-off. Every Warrior teammate arrived at the arena sporting a different Klay Thompson jersey. Chase Center was packed to the rafters and bursting with anticipation. Over 20,000 in attendance to witness the return of a player they had missed so dearly, Klay Thompson. After 941 days the wait was finally over.Allow me to reintroduce myselfAt long last Klay Thompson heard the PA announcer call his name during pregame introductions. Taking a moment to soak it in as the sell-out crowd roared on in appreciation â€“ Thompson eventually rose from his seat and made his way towards his teammates in the huddle. Warriorsâ€™ center Kevon Looney described the scene as â€˜like a boxing movie, seeing a guy come up off the ground.â€™Klay Thompson introduced. At last. pic.twitter.com/xB5of6l6YNâ€” Rob Perez (@WorldWideWob) January 10, 2022

Up from the canvas after two devastating injuries, the time had finally come to play some ball. Klay wasted no time â€“ making his first shot less than a minute into the game. He ultimately finished with 17 points for the contest, none more impressive than his thunderous second quarter dunk that brought the house down and sent his teammates into a joyous frenzy.Klay has never been shy about shooting the basketball, so why change now? In less than 20 minutes of action, he managed to put up 18 shots. A feat that his splash brother, Stephen Curry called â€˜so Klay Thompson.â€™ Thompson too noted himself: â€˜Eighteen shots in 20 minutes. Nothingâ€™s really changed.â€™Klay capped off his performance with a characteristically clutch three to seal the tie as the Warriors finished victorious over the Cleveland Cavaliers 96-82.It's like he never left! Klay with a NASTY dunk ðŸ¤¯ (via @NBA) pic.twitter.com/mfOhg32Udgâ€” SLAM (@SLAMonline) January 10, 2022

A Day of CelebrationKlay Day will be remembered as a day of celebration for player that has meant so much to the Warriors over the years. A showering of love for one of the Bay Areaâ€™s favorite sons.Anticipation for the return slowly built throughout the week and increased tenfold following the teamâ€™s official announcement on Saturday afternoon. Thousands joined in on the buildup as Steph Curry took to Twitter for a stroll down memory lane â€“ asking fans to share their favorite Klay Thompson memories throughout the day. By Sunday night the hype was very real. And it more than lived up to it.In typical Klay fashion he put on a show and entertained masses. Though truth be told, even if the monster dunk didnâ€™t happen. Or even if Klay had missed every single shot â€“ it wouldnâ€™t have mattered. Klay Day was about a celebration of perseverance and heart. Just seeing him back out on the floor was always going to be enough.If you love basketball, you love Klay Thompson. Struck down in the middle of his prime multiple times, heâ€™s finally back doing what he loves most. Thatâ€™s a cause for celebration in itself. The NBA is a brighter place with Klay playing basketball. Welcome back champ, we missed you.First batch of All-Star votes is encouraging. dark. NextHome/Warriors NewsAboutMastheadOpeningsContactOur 300+ SitesFanSided DailyPitch a StoryPrivacy PolicyTerms of UseCookie PolicyLegal DisclaimerAccessibility StatementA-Z IndexCookie PreferencesÂ© 2024 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentatorsâ€™ opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.

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SAN FRANCISCO — The smile spread wide on Klay Thompson’s face. He had plenty of reasons to show such joy.

But as Thompson glanced down on the interview table, the Warriors’ guard also smiled for something else so simple that he could not do for the past 941 days.

“I’m just so happy I could even look at the stat sheet and see my name there,” Thompson said. “I see my shot attempts, makes and all the stats again.”

Check out some of the best plays, baskets and more from Klay Thompson's 2021-22 season debut.

What did the stat lines say in Thompson’s first game since June 13, 2019 when he tore the ACL in his left knee against the Toronto Raptors in a decisive Game 6 loss of The Finals?

the most wholesome game ball delivery pic.twitter.com/3pvWec6h2D

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

Thompson more than ready for this return

The crowd at Chase Center was ecstatic even as Klay Thompson warmed up on Sunday.

What made this moment so special traces back to his history with the Warriors organization.

I’ll never forget this night, I’ll never forget the reception the Warrior fans gave us, especially myself … It was worth every single moment.”

— Warriors guard Klay Thompson

For the first time in Chase Center, @KlayThompson's name is announced.#DubNation brought the NOISE pic.twitter.com/pTxwrqDsP2

— Chase Center (@ChaseCenter) January 10, 2022

✔️ @klaythompson's first Chase Center bucket✔️ #DubNation ROAR pic.twitter.com/IgAueBKe9r

— Chase Center (@ChaseCenter) January 10, 2022

“Tough times don’t last; tough people do,” Thompson said. “That’s what I really learned.”

‘I’ll never forget this night’

Klay Thompson showed little signs of rust in his explosive return to NBA action, scoring 17 points in 20 minutes.

No wonder Thompson seemed at ease leading into his return.

“He just loves the game so much that he’s able to play and go and immerse himself in the game and do so even in the most pressurized environments,” Kerr said.

"This is a night I will never forget." pic.twitter.com/y7OtqctiWp

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

It was emotional, no doubt. But nerve-wracking? No way.

“I knew it was going to be electric tonight,” Thompson said. “I tried to visualize this moment for years really, and gosh it was worth every second.”

Was it ever.

Thompson’s teammates all wore his No. 11 jersey during pre-game warmups. Warriors star Stephen Curry then intentionally completed his pre-game warmup before and during Thompson’s.

“Before he got hurt, I usually left the court by the time he was coming on,” Curry said. “I got to feel that energy when he got out there.”

• NBA stars, legends react to Thompson’s return

Game. On. #DubNation pic.twitter.com/O0Za9qh4XX

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

Everybody connects with him because he is authentic. He’s just Klay. I think everybody appreciates that.”

— Warriors coach Steve Kerr

Things slowly returning to normal for Thompson, Warriors

Relive Klay Thompson's first poster dunk and first 3-pointer of the season.

That didn’t sap Thompson’s enthusiasm in his return, though. On the first play of the game, Thompson curled off a screen and drove to the basket before finishing with a floater.

What a moment.#KlayThompson || #NBAAllStar pic.twitter.com/gTXRedccU1

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

The reason?

“I drew the first play up not for him, but for him to catch it and move it on,” Kerr said. “I should’ve known better.”

The entire Warriors bench leaped out of their seats. So did the 18,064 fans.

“It’s funny because I didn’t dunk the whole two months of scrimmaging,” Thompson said. “It felt so good to throw that down. I did not expect that.”

Neither did Thompson’s teammates.

this belongs in a museum#KlayThompson || #NBAAllStar pic.twitter.com/PrzeThHwMK

— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) January 10, 2022

“I will remember that dunk,” Warriors forward Kevon Looney said. “My whole time here when Klay had perfect knees and Achilles, I don’t remember him dunking like that.”

Thompson didn’t show too much turbulence, though.

Standing ovation for @KlayThompson pic.twitter.com/kVkFy5doZc

— Chase Center (@ChaseCenter) January 10, 2022

“I felt great defensively,” Thompson said. “I felt strong. I’m excited for the challenges ahead guarding the best guys in the league again.”

Thompson has a chance to prove that when the Warriors (30-9) visit the Memphis Grizzlies (28-14) on Tuesday. For now, the Warriors just enjoyed what they saw in Thompson’s debut.

“It’s been a long time. Two-and-a-half years,” Kerr said. “But it seemed normal to see him there and see him with his teammates.”

“Nothing’s really changed,” Thompson said, before walking out of the interview room. But something has changed. No longer does Thompson have to wait as long to play basketball again.

Said Thompson: “I’m just very, very happy right now.”

* * *

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NBA: Golden State Warriors celebrate 'Klay Day' by slaying Cleveland Cavaliers

It was Klay Thompson's (centre) first game in the Chase Centre after returning from a 31-month injury absence.

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(AFP) - Three-time NBA champion Klay Thompson returned from a 31-month injury absence on Sunday (Jan 9) as the Golden State Warriors celebrated "Klay Day" with a 96-82 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Thompson - who won titles with the Warriors in 2015, 2017 and 2018 - received a rapturous welcome at Chase Centre in San Francisco. It was his first game in the arena, which the Warriors have called home only since September 2019.

Thompson scored the Warriors' first basket of the game on their first possession, dispelling any doubt that he was back with a thundering dunk with 2:56 remaining in the first half, driving past Cleveland centre Jarrett Allen and ramming the ball home over two Cavs defenders.

It brought fans to their feet, as did the scowl he threw over his shoulder as he ran back down the court on defence.

Before the half ended, he also had the first of his three three-pointers.

There was nothing tentative in Thompson's game as he played just under 20 minutes in bursts of four to five minutes in each quarter.

He scored 17 points on seven-of-18 shooting, grabbed three rebounds and blocked a shot as the Warriors snapped a two-game skid and improved to 30-9 - matching the Phoenix Suns for best record in the league.

"I was just happy to be out there doing what I love again," Thompson told NBA TV. "Getting my rhythm back, it feels really good." Thompson last played in an NBA game on June 13, 2019, when he tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in game six of the NBA Finals. He was on his way back from that injury when, more than 17 months later, he tore his right Achilles tendon.

Thompson's teammates, including Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, started celebrating his return early, all entering the arena and warming up in various versions of Thompson's No. 11 jersey.

The roar when he was introduced before the game was deafening.

"I got a lot of old feelings again about game days - it was surreal," Thompson said.

"The ovation to start the game, I just am so grateful for these fans. It was special.

"I'm never going to forget this night," added Thompson, who departed in the fourth quarter to chants of "Klay! Klay! Klay!"

Curry led the Warriors with 28 points. Green was injured but was in the starting line-up for the tip-off of Thompson's comeback before sitting out the rest of the contest.

"I was amazed at his poise out there, his confidence after being out for so long," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (right) and Los Angeles Lakers centre Dwight Howard during the second half at Crypto.com Arena on Jan 9, 2022. PHOTO: REUTERS

Elsewhere, Ja Morant contributed to the day's highlight reel in the Memphis Grizzlies' 127-119 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Grizzlies set a club record with their ninth straight victory.

Morant scored 16 points and set a tone with a monster block on Avery Bradley in the first quarter and threw down an alley-oop dunk off a feed from Desmond Bane in the third.

The Grizzlies connected on 54 per cent of their shots from the field. Bane chipped in 23 points as Memphis withstood a 35-point performance from Lakers star LeBron James to halt Los Angeles' four-game winning streak.

In Brooklyn, rookie Cam Thomas drove for the game-winning basket with 1.7 seconds left in overtime as the Nets salvaged a 121-119 victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

The Nets, coming off an emphatic loss to the reigning NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks on Friday, got a much-needed victory on their Barclays Centre home court, where they hadn't won since Dec 16.

The star-studded Nets - led by 28 points from Kevin Durant, plus 26 points, 12 assists and seven rebounds from James Harden - squandered a 12-point lead with 4:59 remaining in regulation against a Spurs team lying 10th in the Western Conference.

In Dallas, Luka Doncic posted a triple-double of 22 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists to lead the Mavericks to a 113-99 victory over Chicago that ended the Bulls' nine-game win streak.

Doncic, back after missing one game with a sprained right ankle, posted his third triple-double of the season and the 39th of his career.

NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic scored 22 points and pulled down 18 rebounds to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 99-95 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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克莱·汤普森：愿你历经山河，仍觉人间值得 - 知乎切换模式写文章登录/注册克莱·汤普森：愿你历经山河，仍觉人间值得鹿青公众号：鹿青的城克莱·汤普森回来了。　　从2019年6月14日到2022年1月10日。整整941天。　　我始终觉得，像克莱这种曾经到达过顶峰的球员，连续两年遭遇运动员致命伤（左膝前十字韧带撕裂、右脚跟腱撕裂）打击的不是他的身体，而是精神。　　两个月前，勇士在大通中心胜开拓者、豪取六连胜时，克莱却在赛后情绪崩溃，一个人在替补席掩面痛哭。　　科尔说：“这是因为过去两年他经历了太多，他也是一名普通的人，也会有脆弱的时候。但是在过去的两年里，伤病夺走了他的一切。”　　追梦格林说：“没有人比他更热爱篮球，能看到他这段旅程走到这一步真的是太棒了。”　　科尔和追梦，和世人一样，大多是站着安慰、鼓励的视角来说的。可能这世上终归没有真正的感同身受。从受伤那天起，克莱受的苦、遭遇的磨难，以及这其中个把辛酸滋味，也许只有他自己才深切知道。　　941天后，克莱·汤普森终于强硬归来。这一刻，他已经等了太久了。　　克莱复出战的上场时间不多，19分55秒，18中7，17分3篮板1助攻1封盖，每个球都足够经典——　　克莱的第一球——也是勇士开局的第一球，是克莱抱着球杀进内线，一记抛投。　　第二球，克莱突进内线，迎着莫布利一记炸翻勇士板凳席的隔扣。　　第三球，接波特传球后的一记三分——这也是他归来后的第一记三分。　　第四球，运球后一记横向漂移跳投。　　第五球，单挑马尔卡宁的急停中距离。　　第六球，推反击中的一记三分——第五球到第六球，26秒钟，5分。　　第七球，借卢尼挡拆后的一记三分。　　这是他时隔两年半后的第一次正式比赛，但他向世人证明了：他还是那个无所不能的克莱·汤普森。　　克莱的归来，也顺便带动起了勇士全队的兴奋。　　追梦格林宁愿开场7秒就犯规下场也要参加这场“Klay Day”；　　伊戈达拉反击时甚至玩出了罚球线一步的扣篮——虽然最后脱手了；　　卢尼像玩2K22似的抢了18个篮板——个人赛季最高；　　库里半场就18分；　　以及为了封盖险些拍在地上的小佩顿、回到第六人位置的普尔、扔起超远三分的别利察...　　每个人的身体动作都透露着“连克莱都隔扣了，老子也要表演点什么助助兴”的兴奋劲。　　以及，最兴奋的，金州球迷们。　　最后时刻胜局已定时，大通中心全场高喊——　　“We want Klay！We want Klay！We want Klay！”　　正在准备罚球的维金斯微微皱起了眉：“难道不是喊‘Wiggins MVP’吗？”　　克莱的归来意味着：勇士的完全体几乎已经完成（只缺还在养伤的大聪明）。　　至此，科尔可以排除库里+克莱+维金斯+追梦格林+卢尼的首发，普尔+小佩顿+托斯卡诺·安德森+伊戈达拉+别利察+达米恩·李的二阵容，再加上大聪明、库明加、穆迪的新秀团，勇士既保留了本季的即战力，又留下了未来。　　相比于两年前那个鲍曼+普尔+罗宾逊三世+帕斯卡尔+考利-斯坦的“难民首发”，如今的科尔终于可以大喊：“老子被封的满级号终于回来了！”　　三年过去了，人们终于可以重新憧憬那支五年三冠的勇士了。而勇士接下来能走多远，就要看克莱的恢复，全队的磨合情况，以及大聪明的受伤时间了...　　看到克莱重新穿上勇士的11号球衣时，多多少少有些恍惚。　　对于世人来说，克莱离开的三年，不过是勇士缺少了一位顶级3D、库里缺少了自己身边的最好的二当家而已。　　但对于克莱自己来说，这意味着他的身体、心态、意志都等待了三年。　　但好在，他坚持下来了。　　上一次克莱在球场打球时，是2019年6月14日。　　2019、2020、2021、2022——如果按年头的话，都已经四个年头了。　　上一次克莱在球场打球时，世界是什么样？勇士的主场还是甲骨文球馆、杜兰特穿着的还是金州35号球衣、保罗和哈登还在火箭、浓眉和霍乐迪还在鹈鹕、威少和乔治还在雷霆、巴特勒还在76人、小卡还在猛龙、欧文还在凯尔特人、锡安还没进联盟、科比还没去世、世界还没疫情。　　看到这，不由得由衷地感叹一句——　　时间，真快呀！　　最后，说两个整场比赛我个人印象最深刻的瞬间吧——一是第二节那记隔人暴扣后，他努嘴的那一下。　　941天前，几乎是同样的位置，他在扣篮后倒下。如今，他在同样的位置、相似的扣篮宣告自己归来。三年来所有的委屈、愤怒、不甘、遗憾和压抑，都在那一个努嘴中彻底宣泄。二是比赛开始前的出场仪式。　　当卢尼、追梦格林、维金斯、库里一一登场后，勇士全队默契地把压轴出场的位置留给了克莱。　　大通中心球馆暗了下来，聚光灯全部汇聚在一处，18000名金州球迷声嘶力竭地欢呼着迎接他的归来，现场DJ向全世界怒吼着——　　“And now,It is 11 NBA season,and Washington State University.The Number 11——Klay Thompson.He's Back!”　　克莱·汤普森静静地坐在替补席，望着前方发呆，他的眼中似乎有泪光闪烁，不知是想起了什么。　　生活苦难繁多，世上本无颜色。　　愿你历经山河，仍觉人间值得。发布于 2022-01-10 23:28克莱·汤普森（Klay Thompson）赞同 2添加评论分享喜欢收藏申请

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克莱·汤普森：愿你历经山河，仍觉人间值得 - 知乎

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NBA players celebrate Klay Thompson's return after more than two years - ESPN

Sights & Sounds From Klay Thompson Day at Chase Center - YouTube

Just a moment...

Klay Thompson | Golden State Warriors | NBA.com

Klay Day: Warriors arrive to arena wearing Klay Thompson jerseys

Return to Warriors 'pretty freaking close' to title run for Klay Thompson | NBA.com

NBA players celebrate Klay Thompson's return after more than two years - ESPN

Klay Day: A celebration worth the wait for Golden State Warriors

Return to Warriors 'pretty freaking close' to title run for Klay Thompson | NBA.com

KLAY DAYKlay Thompson returns to the court after 2.5 years away | SportsNation - YouTube

NBA: Golden State Warriors celebrate 'Klay Day' by slaying Cleveland Cavaliers | The Straits Times

克莱·汤普森：愿你历经山河，仍觉人间值得 - 知乎

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