Klay Thompson Issues Strong Statement On Warriors Extension Talks

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson is in the final year of his contract. The All-Star’s representation has spoken with the Warriors about an extension, but NBA insider Shams Charania is reporting that the Dubs and Thompson are not close to agreeing to a new deal.

Thompson told reporters that he’s not worried about an extension with the Warriors and is focused on the current season. Golden State is looking to win its fifth title in the Thompson-Stephen Curry-Draymond Green era.

Klay Thompson doesn’t have an extension deadline, but does seem like talks are tabled with the season here: “I’m focused on the daily dedication it takes to do this job. I’m not worried about an extension.” pic.twitter.com/bAFi5kkpSl
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) October 27, 2023

Thompson appeared in 69 games for the Warriors last season. He averaged 21.9 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.4 assists while shooting 41.2% from 3.

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The Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings in the first round of the 2023 playoffs in seven games but lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round in six games. Thompson finished the 2023 postseason with averages of 18.5 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists. He shot 36.8% from beyond the arc in 13 games versus the Kings and Lakers.

Thompson told Warriors reporter Anthony Slater of The Athletic that he wants to spend his entire career with the Dubs. Golden State drafted Thompson with the 11th overall pick in the 2011 draft out of Washington State.

“Yes,” Thompson said. “Absolutely. I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else. To play for one franchise, man? That’s so rare. In any sport. Football. Baseball. Basketball. Australian Rules Football. To play for one club is insane. It’s some real legendary stuff.”

Thompson has career averages of 19.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists. He has made five All-Star teams, two All-NBA teams and one All-Defensive team with the Warriors.

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It will be intriguing to see what happens between Thompson and the Warriors. It would definitely be strange to see the sharpshooter play for another team next season.

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Ashish Mathur

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