Golden State Warriors: Steve Kerr Admits Leaving Was ‘Best Thing’ for Klay Thompson
Playing for the Golden State Warriors had taken its toll on Klay Thompson over the years. The five-time All-Star previously stated that his mental health would play a significant role in his free agency decision.
Ultimately, Thompson chose to leave the Warriors and join the Dallas Mavericks. Even Dubs head coach Steve Kerr acknowledged that this was the best move for Klay.
Golden State Warriors News: Steve Kerr Understands Klay Thompson’s Departure
Kerr didn’t delve into Thompson’s personal issues during his last days with the Warriors. However, the four-time NBA champion coach recognized that it was in Klay’s best interest to move on:
“This has become a family over the years, and people have watched us grow, stay together, succeed, and fail,” Kerr said, via Kendra Andrews of ESPN. “So Klay leaving is bizarre for us and for everybody. But everyone here has a lot of freedom to follow their heart. The best thing for Klay was that he needed a change.”
Though Thompson’s role with the Warriors had diminished, his legacy as an all-time great for the franchise remains. He was crucial to Golden State’s four championships in the last decade, and Dub Nation eagerly awaits the day they can see Klay’s No. 11 jersey hanging in the Chase Center rafters.
