Draymond Green has opened up about Klay Thompson’s departure from the Golden State Warriors, expressing mixed emotions over the end of Thompson’s 13-year tenure with the team.
Thompson, a 34-year-old sharpshooter, signed a three-year, $50 million deal with the Dallas Mavericks this offseason.
Green admitted that he has yet to fully process Thompson’s exit, stating, “It’s a classic tale of suppressing your emotions right now. I haven’t allowed myself to really process it. I don’t want to. I feel like I will face it when I have to face it.”
Despite the emotional impact, Green expressed happiness for Thompson’s new opportunity, saying, “I’m happy for Klay, happy he got an opportunity to play basketball at a high level and get back to feeling like Klay.”
Green is optimistic about Thompson’s future performance, adding, “I think he’s going to have a really good year and he’s going to show people he’s still got a lot left in the tank.”
Thompson’s move to the Mavericks marks a significant change for both him and the Warriors, who now face the challenge of moving forward without one of their key players.
Green’s comments highlight the deep bond between the former teammates and the impact of Thompson’s departure on the Warriors’ locker room.
As Thompson embarks on his new journey with the Mavericks, the NBA community will be watching closely to see how both he and the Warriors adjust to this major transition.
