Watch: Steph Curry's reaction goes viral after Klay Thompson drills back-to-back 3-pointers on return to Chase Center
Steph Curry's reaction to watching his former teammate Klay Thompson nail back-to-back 3-pointers at the Chase Center on Tuesday quickly went viral across social media. The viral moment unfolded in the first quarter of the Golden State Warriors' matchup against the Dallas Mavericks, as Thompson lit up the court and sent the Mavericks’ bench into a frenzy with his precision sharp-shooting.
Thompson’s first 3-pointer came from the right corner with 6:57 left in the period, and on the very next Dallas possession, he hit another catch-and-shoot 3-pointer, prompting Warriors’ coach Steve Kerr to call a timeout.
Curry, who was on the bench for a brief rest, witnessed Thompson’s sharp-shooting blitz and was captured on camera sporting a cheeky smile with a towel draped over his head, clearly enjoying the show from his longtime friend.
Both Curry and Thompson delivered standout performances, with Curry's efforts ultimately leading the Warriors to an impressive 120-117 victory at home. The Golden State point guard finished with 37 points, six rebounds, nine assists, one steal and two blocks. He shot 14 of 25 from the field, including 5 of 12 from beyond the arc.
Meanwhile, Thompson scored 22 points on an efficient 7 of 17 shooting, including 6 of 12 from beyond the arc, along with four rebounds and three assists.
Fans react to Steph Curry's reaction on Klay Thompson's shooting
Basketball fans shared candid reactions after a video of Steph Curry’s reaction to Klay Thompson’s back-to-back 3-pointers went viral. Many fans humorously speculated on what might have been running through Curry's mind as he watched his former teammate light it up from beyond the arc.
"Curry was like 'where tf was this against the Kings in the play-in,'" a fan wrote.
"Steph’s reaction after Klay’s back-to-back threes must have been priceless! You can just imagine him smiling or shaking his head, knowing that vintage Klay is unstoppable when he’s in the zone," wrote another fan.
"He’s wondering where this was last year lmao," commented another fan.
"He still mad he left him forsure," wrote another user.
The Warriors and Mavericks are set to cross swords twice more this season. The next showdown between Curry and Thompson will be at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on Feb. 12, followed by a final matchup back at the Chase Center on Feb. 23, marking Thompson's return to his former home court once again.