Warriors reportedly planning to pay "coolest" tribute in history of sports for Klay Thompson
Klay Thompson has been thriving with his new team, the Dallas Mavericks, while his previous team, the Golden State Warriors, is also off to a solid start this season. On Nov. 12, Thompson's Mavericks will travel to face the Warriors, marking his return to the Chase Center.
In Tuesday's episode of "Willard & Dibs" on 95.7 The Game, Golden State broadcasters Mark Willard and Dan Dibley provided information about the Warriors' upcoming tribute for Klay Thompson.
"Obviously, Klay's return is going to be a spectacle in and of itself, and if you haven't looked at a schedule recently, it's not very far off. It's on November 12th. ... A little birdy just floated to us that the Golden State Warriors believe that they are set to do the coolest thing that has ever been done for a returning player in the history of professional sports."
The tandem also suggested that the tribute might go beyond a simple compilation video.
Klay Thompson has proven to be a valuable addition to the Mavericks. He joined the team via a sign and trade, inking a three-year, $50 million. In his first three games for Dallas, the four-time NBA champion averaged 19.7 points and 4.7 rebounds while shooting an eye-popping 45.5% from 3-point range.
Despite a quiet night against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, shooting just 2-for-7, Thompson has shown the ability to be a consistent third option behind Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, something the Mavericks struggled to find last season.
Klay Thompson, Mavericks favored over Golden State in ex-Warrior's return
Klay Thompson's return to Golden State will be highly anticipated for more than one reason. The matchup has elevated stakes as it will mark the first game of Group Play in the Emirates NBA Cup.
Thompson's Mavericks are 2.5-point favorites.
Like Dallas, Golden State has also gotten out to a fast start in its first four games, posting a 3-1 record.
Further details regarding Golden State's tribute to Thompson are likely to be revealed as the matchup approaches. Tipoff for the Warriors-Mavericks matchup is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET on TNT.