Klay Thompson Begins New Chapter with Dallas Mavericks
Klay Thompson’s decision to leave the Golden State Warriors after 13 seasons and join the Dallas Mavericks marks a major turning point in his career. The sharpshooting guard, a four-time NBA champion and integral part of the Warriors’ dynasty alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, is now ready to prove that he can still play a key role on a championship contender, despite the injuries and uncertainty that plagued his final years in Golden State.
Thompson, who endured two devastating injuries that sidelined him for nearly three seasons, spent much of his last years with the Warriors feeling uncertain about his future. “We’re all human,” Thompson said, reflecting on the challenges he faced in San Francisco. “Uncertainty can bear on you.” By the end of last season, it was clear that a change was needed. When the Mavericks came calling, Thompson saw an opportunity to start fresh, re-energize his career, and pursue a fifth NBA title.
Choosing Dallas over other suitors like the Los Angeles Lakers, Thompson was drawn to the Mavericks’ promise of a starting role and a chance to play alongside two of the league’s brightest stars, Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving. “I feel highly valued here,” Thompson shared. “It’s rejuvenated me… it’s done something I needed for my mental and my career.”
While Thompson briefly considered bringing his beloved Boston Whaler boat to Dallas to recreate his Bay Area lifestyle, he ultimately decided against it. Instead, he has embraced a simpler form of relaxation: biking to White Rock Lake, a peaceful spot about 30 minutes from his home. “I got enough cold-water boating in the Bay to last me some years,” he joked, signaling that he’s fully committed to immersing himself in his new life in Texas.
Now, at 34, Thompson is eager to prove that he can still contribute to a championship team. The Mavericks’ commitment to him has reignited his passion for the game, and he’s ready to show that, despite his injuries, he can still be a major difference-maker on the court.
In Dallas, Klay Thompson’s new journey is about more than just basketball—it’s about proving that he can overcome adversity and achieve greatness once again.
