Klay Thompson recently left his farewell message for the Golden State Warriors, where he spent the first 13 years of his NBA career.
“Oh Bay Area, there are not enough words and images to convey how I really feel about yall . From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for the best times of my life. It was such an honor to put that Dubs jersey on from day 1. I really just wanted to be the best I could be and help bring as many championships as possible to the region,” Thompson posted on his Instagram on Friday.
“The best part was not the rings though, it was the friendships I made that will last a lifetime. My family and I would like to thank all of the amazing people who work tirelessly to make the @warriors organization world-class. Don’t be sad it’s over, be happy it happened. Until we meet again. Sea captain out 🫡#foureverchamps #splashbros4life #oaklandforever,” he concluded.
According to reports, the Golden State Warriors plan to retire Klay Thompson’s No. 11 jersey because of everything he has done for the franchise, including winning four NBA championships alongside Steph Curry and Draymond Green.
Kevin Durant pays homage to Klay Thompson after amazing stint with the Golden State Warriors
One notable player who responded to Klay Thompson’s emotional goodbye message was Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, who called the five-time NBA All-Star a “Bay Area God.”
“A Bay Area God. One chapter closes, another one opens. Keep doing u champ,” Durant said.
Klay Thompson and Kevin Durant won two NBA titles in 2017 and 2018. Kevin Durant eventually left the Golden State Warriors in the summer of 2019 to play for the Brooklyn Nets before being traded to the Phoenix Suns in 2023.
