Kyrie shares hopeful message for Klay ahead of Mavs-Warriors originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
Kyrie Irving had an encouraging message for his teammate Klay Thompson because the Dallas Mavericks face the Warriors in San Francisco.
Speaking to the media before Tuesday’s big tilt at Chase Center, Irving explained his thoughts on the matchup with Thompson’s former team.
“I’m excited for him,” Irving told reporters. “I want him to attend as much as possible. Really get the love and the flowers he deserves. He has done a lot of hard work here, a lot of sacrifice for this organization. So, it’s only right that we support him and show him a lot of love and get ready to compete on the court. It’s going to be one of those games.”
“I’m excited for him. I want him to attend as much as possible and really get the love and the flowers he deserves…it’s going to be one of those games tonight. I can feel it.”
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This will be the first time Thompson sits on the bench in San Francisco in what promises to be an emotionally charged game.
After 11 seasons with the Warriors, the two sides parted ways over the summer after contract extension negotiations broke down. The breakup was especially difficult for Steph Curry and Draymond Green, as the trio led Golden State to unprecedented success during their time together.
between Thompson, Irving and Luka Dončić, the Mavericks now feature three of the premier scorers in the league and will be tough for any team. Given that Dallas rode their offensive brilliance to the NBA Finals last season, many around the league expect the team to be a contender again.
Golden State seemingly hasn’t skipped a beat, adding a slew of veterans during the offseason and racing to an 8-2 start this season. Between excellent long-range shooting and a lockdown defense, the Warriors have put themselves in contention in a robust Western Conference.
The Warriors have planned some special tributes for the occasion, in what promises to be a strongly contested and emotional game.
