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    RUMOR: Golden State Warriors’ Shocking Plan Had Klay Thompson Returned

    Angelo GuinhawaBy Angelo GuinhawaJuly 3, 2024No Comments4 Mins Read
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    Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson, Dallas Mavericks
    Apr 15, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) is hit by Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes (40) in the third quarter during game one of the 2023 NBA playoffs at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
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    After months of speculation, Klay Thompson has finally left the Golden State Warriors to join Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving to play for the Dallas Mavericks. However, the Dubs had a plan if things went differently and the Splash Brother chose to remain in the Bay.

    The Warriors have agreed to a sign-and-trade deal that sent Klay Thompson to Dallas. In return, Golden State received two second-round draft picks – the Mavericks’ 2031 pick and the lesser of the 2025 picks held by the Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers.

    Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson, Dallas Mavericks
    Jan 2, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) celebrates a 3-point basket against the Atlanta Hawks with injured teammate Stephen Curry during the first overtime at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

    This represents a relatively small return for the Warriors, who are parting ways with Thompson after 13 seasons and four NBA championships. GSW likely did not have much leverage in the negotiations, as the All-Star guard was determined to join the defending Western Conference champions.

    The 2031 pick the Warriors acquired could be for a player who is currently in sixth grade, highlighting the long-term nature of this return. The conditional 2025 pick also carries uncertainty, as it may end up being one of the final selections in the second round if the Nuggets and Sixers have strong seasons.

    While the Warriors did not receive a substantial haul for Thompson, the sign-and-trade at least ensures they do not lose him for nothing. It represents a pragmatic move to facilitate Thompson’s desired destination while obtaining a couple of future draft assets, even if they are not high-value picks.

    Golden State Warriors’ Plan If Klay Thompson Returned, Revealed

    Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson
    Apr 12, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) drives around New Orleans Pelicans guard Dyson Daniels during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports

    In the event Thompson chose to stay a Warrior, Golden State already had a plan in place for the All-Star guard. In an article by Jake Fischer for Yahoo Sports, the plan would have been to use him from the bench in place of a rising star within the Dubs’ ranks.

    “Flashing forward, if Thompson had returned to Golden State, the Warriors planned to bring Thompson off the bench behind sophomore guard Brandin Podziemski, sources said, after Golden State started its prized rookie for a good stretch during the second half of last season,” Fischer wrote.

    Over the course of his first year in the NBA, Podziemski averaged 9.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. More importantly, he connected 38 percent of his shots from downtown and was active on the defensive end. As compared to Thompson, the rookie was seen as the more consistent option on the court.

    Klay Thompson, Golden State Warriors
    Apr 2, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) has his shot blocked by Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber (42) in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

    With Thompson now playing for Dallas, Podziemski now has the chance to solidify his role for the Dubs. Nevertheless, a lot of eyes will be on both players to see who won the deal.

    Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson
    Apr 7, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) shoots a 3-pointer over Utah Jazz guard Johnny Juzang (33) during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-USA TODAY Sports

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    Angelo Guinhawa

    Angelo Guinhawa is a veteran sports writer and editor who has been working in the industry for over 10 years now. He has worked for FOX Sports PH and several other reputable sports publications. His specialty is the NBA and the NFL, though he also covers the MLB, NHL and European top-flight football.

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