The Warriors’ big man Klay Thompson has faced a challenging situation this season. The four-time NBA champion has been heavily criticized for his poor performance and was even labeled the weakest link since the start of the season. Despite this, Thompson decided to remain silent on all of it.
However, he determined that his actions would speak for him as he delivered an elite-level performance on Saturday night against the Clippers. The big man stepped up for his team when needed the most and contributed to the victory of the Dubs over the Clippers.
Klay Thompson lashes out at haters
Klay Thompson has maintained his silence for a considerable period regarding the haters who have been criticizing him extensively in the past few weeks. Thompson struggled to perform at the expected level and faced criticism from fans and sports analysts. He was considered a weak link and was held responsible for the Warriors’ disappointing start to the season.
Thompson however shut down his haters with an exceptional performance in the game against the Clippers. He excelled at the rim, showcased strong defensive skills, and scored a commendable amount of points. He stepped up for the Dubs when they needed him the most, playing a major role in securing the victory on Saturday night.
Klay Thompson’s performance against Clippers
The Warriors’ Klay Thompson arrived at the right moment for the Warriors’ fans and helped his team secure the win with a game-winning stretch in the fourth quarter. The Warriors were in desperate need of a win as they have been in pretty bad form recently.
Most recently, the Dubs blew a 24-point lead that cost them an opportunity to advance from Group C in the newly introduced In-Season Tournament. Klay emerged as a lifeline, bringing the game back into the grasp of the Warriors by scoring ten straight points during a crucial moment in the final quarter.
ChinaKlay scored a total of 22 points, collected six rebounds, and provided two crucial assists. The stats may not seem amazing at first glance, but the timing of those points made Thompson’s performance special on Saturday. It appears that he has finally found his rhythm back and will continue to silence his haters in the upcoming games.
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