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The Golden State Warriors earned a much-needed 116-102 win over the Denver Nuggets in a potential Western Conference Finals showdown at Oracle Arena. The fans were clearly behind the Dubs during the game, and the arena had a playoff-like atmosphere once again. After the game, Warriors guard Klay Thompson gave huge props to the crowd, […]

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson has already established himself as one of the best 3-point shooters in the NBA, and he reaffirmed that status during Sunday’s win over the Charlotte Hornets Thompson moved into 16th place on the NBA’s all-time three-point makes list against the Hornets, passing Rashard Lewis in the process. Congrats to […]

In the 2014 NBA offseason, the history of the league was almost irrevocably altered. After the San Antonio Spurs had defeated the Miami Heat in five games in the NBA Finals — which effectively ended the “Big 3” era in Miami — the league was in a state of flux. LeBron James was a free […]

It seems like too long ago, but five years ago, when the Golden State Warriors were still in the beginning stages of becoming a world-renowned juggernaut, trying to pull off a superstar trade that could have changed the fate of NBA history as it is today. Kevin Love was coming off his most dominant season […]

The Golden State Warriors have been the most dominant team in the NBA for the last few seasons. While they’ve been one of the better teams in the league this year, the dominance hasn’t been the same as they’re “only” 50-23 and have suffered a handful of blowout losses at home. According to Mark Medina […]

Barring an unforeseen chain of events, the Golden State Warriors will enter the postseason with an All-Star-laden starting lineup on the court. Head coach Steve Kerr and the medical staff will ensure that happens, if the circumstances are under their control — and they have already picked up on their usual late-season strategy of staggering […]

On Sunday, Zaza Pachulia was handed his 2017-18 championship ring as his Detroit Pistons visited the Golden State Warriors in Oakland. The 34-year-old was briefly honored at Oracle Arena prior to tip-off, as he was given his token for his contributions for the Dubs’ title run last season. Following the contest, Pachulia was asked to […]

On Thursday night, Golden State Warriors big man Andrew Bogut returned to Oracle Arena for the first time since signing back with the club, receiving a rousing standing ovation from those in attendance. Stephen Curry is thrilled to have Bogut back: “Since he showed up and put the uniform back on, it’s just been amazing […]

The blue bloods missed on Klay Thompson during the recruiting process. The Golden State Warriors star, though, apparently doesn’t hold it against them. Asked which teams would meet in the championship game of the 2019 NCAA Tournament during March Madness, Thompson chose the matchup that the basketball world wants to see most. Klay Thompson says […]

Klay Thompson spoke of the possibility of making the All-Defensive Team at the end of the regular season, an accolade that has always escaped him due. The Golden State Warriors star explained his position: “Yeah, it’s always been a goal of mine,” said Thompson. “I pride myself in playing both sides of the ball and […]

Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors is having yet another fantastic season. And with the FIBA World Cup on the horizon, chances are that the All-Star shooting guard will be ready to represent his country once again on the worldwide stage set to be held in China this August. However on Tuesday, Thompson admitted […]

Sharpshooting guard Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors was delighted about his team’s assists-to-turnover ratio in their win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Per Mark Medina of the Mercury News, Thompson tagged his team’s assists-to-turnover ratio as “phenomenal, adding that if they maintain this type of performance, then they’ll definitely be in the NBA Finals. […]

Klay Thompson, the inimitable shooting guard for the Golden State Warriors, has some thoughts on who he’d like to face off against in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. The Warriors are currently in line for the top seed in the West, which means that if the playoffs starts now, they would draw […]

Kevin Durant was unequivocal in his belief that Golden State Warriors teammate Klay Thompson should be deserving of an All-Defensive team mention. Thompson is fresh off putting the clamps on Durant’s former teammate, Russell Westbrook, who was limited to a 2-of-16 shooting night against the Warriors on Saturday. “Yeah, but the people that vote on […]

Andrew Bogut’s return to the Golden State Warriors brings more than a trusty handcuff to DeMarcus Cousins as the team heads to the playoffs, as he has proven to be a great teammate, a valued mentor and an all-around fun guy to be around. Kevon Looney and Klay Thompson are two guys who can attest […]

When you think of Klay Thompson, you think of shooting. He is already one of the greatest shooters of all-time and has had some insane performances in that area. On Saturday, however, the Golden State Warriors guard reminded everyone that he can throw down as well. Get 🆙 Klay! 🔨#DubNation pic.twitter.com/v3Gj1xyV6v — NBA TV (@NBATV) […]

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson just reached another impressive feat, passing Sacramento Kings legend Peja Stojakovic in the all-time list for 3-pointers made. Congrats to @KlayThompson of the @warriors for moving up to 17th on the all-time 3PM list! #DubNation pic.twitter.com/tifNd7QUgG — NBA (@NBA) March 17, 2019 When the All-Star guard began his career, […]

Klay Thompson would likely be the best shooter on any of the 29 other rosters besides the Golden State Warriors. Yet despite falling second to Stephen Curry, Thompson could likely wind up not only as the second-best shooter in franchise history, but in NBA history, according to Draymond Green. “100 percent,” said Green, when asked […]

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson joins Stephen Curry as the only players in NBA history with at least 200 3-pointers in seven consecutive seasons. To commemorate the occasion, Steph wants a one-page poster with a specific layout and design. Talking to reporters following their narrow victory over the Rockets, Curry jokingly requested to make […]

Golden State Warriors shooter Klay Thompson was scorching red hot in their win over the Houston Rockets. After the game, he gave the credit to big man DeMarcus Cousins for the open looks. Via Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Thompson — who was 5-of-10 from the 3-point country — praised Cousins’ great vision. “I was […]

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson has joined teammate Stephen Curry as the only players in NBA history to make at least 200 3-pointers in seven consecutive seasons. Thompson entered Wednesday with 198 shots from beyond the arc. He hit the two he needed to join Curry against the Houston Rockets. Klay Thompson just joined […]

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson recently came under fire for criticizing the fans at Oracle Arena. After a loss to the Phoenix Suns, Thompson pointed out that the fans didn’t have much energy. The shooting guard felt the team could use more from the fans, especially with it being the last year in Oakland. […]

Klay Thompson’s comments criticizing Golden State Warriors fans rang oddly in the minds of many Oracle Arena faithful following a rare loss to the bottom-dwelling Phoenix Suns. Owner Joe Lacob didn’t agree with his star shooting guard’s decision to call out the fans, and he wasn’t shy about saying why: “I love Klay. And I […]

Klay Thompson had little words to explain a 115-111 loss to the once-cellar-dwelling Phoenix Suns on Sunday night besides an ice-cold shooting night, but he did call for a better reaction from the home crowd. The Golden State Warriors’ backcourt duo of Thompson and Stephen Curry combined for a putrid 8-of-30 from beyond the arc […]

The Golden State Warriors, owners of the best record in the Western Conference, were defeated by the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, owners of the worst record — by a hefty margin — in the Western Conference. No, Klay Thompson can’t figure it out either. Klay Thompson called tonight’s game “the worst loss in the season” […]

The Golden State Warriors suffered another embarrassing loss at the hands of Phoenix Suns, bowing down to the Western Conference’s worst team at home, 115-111. The Dubs displayed poor shooting against the Suns, particularly Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, who combined to miss 22 3-pointers in the loss. This is the most misses the Splash […]

Gone are the days of Klay Thompson’s shooting struggles. The Golden State Warriors guard has found his shooting stroke and is once again torching opponents from everywhere in the court. Here’s Klay once again, scoring eight straight points against the Phoenix Suns in the first quarter. Back-to-Back-to-Back BUCKETS for 1⃣1⃣ pic.twitter.com/yNVygSmGui — Golden State Warriors […]

It didn’t take long for Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson to find his rhythm back in his first game since missing the last couple of games due to a knee issue. The five-time All-Star exploded for 39 points in their 122-105 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday. According to Mark Medina of The […]

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson had a terrific first half against the Denver Nuggets, and he made it known how ecstatic he is heading to the break. At the end of the second quarter, Thompson was asked about his incredible start to the game that saw him bag 27 points. The 29-year-old sharpshooter had […]

The Golden State Warriors have endured its fair share of struggles as of late. However, it appears shooting guard Klay Thompson is not worried about any carryover into the playoffs. The Warriors starting five has looked uncharacteristically vulnerable recently. According to KNBR, Thompson is confident they will get it figured in the postseason: “I have […]

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson told local reporters Friday he’s “excited” about playing with center Andrew Bogut again. The Warriors signed Bogut this week. The former No. 1 overall pick played four seasons with the Dubs and was part of the 2015 team that won the championship over the Cleveland Cavaliers: “I’m excited,” Thompson […]

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson says he will play on Friday when the Dubs host the Denver Nuggets in a battle between the two best teams in the Western Conference. Thompson missed the last two games because of soreness in his right knee. The Warriors went 1-1 without their All-Star guard. Golden State […]

The Washington Wizards are still, barely, clinging on to a chance to make the Eastern Conference Playoffs. According to FiveThirtyEight, the Wizards currently sit with a 12 percent chance to eke into the East, despite being a whopping 12 games under .500 as of this writing with a 35-47 record. However, the team does boast […]

The Golden State Warriors host the Denver Nuggets on Friday and All-Star shooting guard Klay Thompson will likely return to the lineup for the Dubs. Thompson has missed the last two games because of soreness in his right knee. An MRI showed no structural damage. Klay Thompson will likely return tomorrow vs Nuggets. Practiced today. […]

The Golden State Warriors could still be without a pair of key longtime contributors on Friday night in a game with major playoff implications. The good news? The two-time defending champions will be getting their best defensive big man back just in time to match up with Nikola Jokic. Both Klay Thompson and Shaun Livingston […]

The Golden State Warriors were flat out dominated by the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night. It seems head coach Steve Kerr feels not even shooting guard Klay Thompson could have helped them. Thompson missed the star-studded matchup due to knee soreness. According to Mark Medina of the Bay Area News Group, Steve Kerr doubts things would […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr told local reporters on Tuesday he is hopeful All-Star shooting guard Klay Thompson will be available on Friday when the Dubs take on the Denver Nuggets at Oracle Arena. Thompson is dealing with right knee soreness. He missed the Warriors’ previous game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Philly […]

The Golden State Warriors will be without starting shooting guard Klay Thompson and backup big man Kevon Looney for a second straight game, as they’re listed as out against the Boston Celtics, according to Connor LeTourneau of the San Francisco Chronicle. The Warriors will get Andre Iguodala back for Tuesday’s game, though, giving them at […]

The Golden State Warriors host the Boston Celtics on Tuesday and the team is listing shooting guard Klay Thompson and small forward Andre Iguodala as questionable to play. Thompson is dealing with right knee soreness, while Iguodala is still recovering from an illness. Both players didn’t practice on Monday, according to head coach Steve Kerr. […]