Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry have played a significant role in the success that the Golden State Warriors have achieved in the past 10-12 years. They have been starters for 12 years and have been instrumental in the Golden State Warriors’ dynastical run. They are known as the ‘Splash Brothers’ due to their exceptional shooting skills. However, in the last game, something occurred between them that indicated the potential end of their era.
During the game, with the Warriors trailing by three points and 38 seconds remaining, Klay Thompson intentionally fouled. This action was met with negative reactions from his teammates and head coach. Thompson noticed these reactions as he made his way back to the Warriors’ half. Stephen Curry attempted to motivate him with words and a low five, but Thompson did not respond.
As a result of the intentional foul and Thompson’s overall poor performance, coach Kerr decided to bench him for the next game against the Utah Jazz. This marks the first time in 12 years that Thompson will not be starting a game, breaking his 699-game starting streak.
Thompson ignoring Curry’s attempts to motivate him was seen as a breakdown in their longstanding bond. Curry remains the team’s primary option, while Thompson recognized that his position as the second option was slipping away due to his recent poor plays. The five-time All-Star understood that change was imminent.
Basketball fans had anticipated the day when Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson would retire from the sport. It appears that day has arrived. For the first time in 12 years, both of them are healthy but not starting a game together. This news has left basketball fans in a state of shock.
When footage of Thompson ignoring Curry circulated online, fans were astonished by the deterioration of their relationship. Here are some fan reactions:
– “I am here for every minute of the decline of the Splash Bros.”
– “Splash brothers turned into Brick brothers.”
– “Wow, can’t believe this era is coming to an end. Bittersweet!”
– “Goodbye, nostalgia! Farewell to memories that once captivated us!”
– “Wow, can’t believe it’s the end! Going to miss this era.”
– “Brick brothers gonna file for divorce.”
– “Steph Curry and Klay Thompson having significant problems.”
– “This just shows this team is broken. The Steph x Dray x Klay core is shattered. I’ve been advocating for a Klay trade after the Lakers series.”
– “Klay Thompson looked right at Steph’s hand and kept walking. It’s over.”
The future of the Splash Brothers seems to be fading quickly. Tonight might be the first instance where they both do not start a game. However, hopefully, they can utilize their new roles to pursue a fifth championship.
According to the Source firstsportz.com