Klay Thompson: 'There's no point in looking back' at Golden State Warriors Tenure

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson

Klay Thompson has no regrets about his time with the Golden State Warriors, even though he is now a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers. The sharpshooting guard was traded to the Cavs in February 2022 after spending the first nine seasons of his career with the Warriors.

Thompson was making approximately $37.9 million in the final year of his contract with the Warriors. He signed a two-year, $19 million deal with the Cavaliers, which includes a player option for the 2024-25 season.

Thompson's NBA career

Thompson was drafted by the Warriors with the 11th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft. He quickly became a key member of the team, helping the Warriors win three NBA championships in 2015, 2017, and 2018.

Thompson is one of the best three-point shooters in NBA history. He has made 2,954 three-pointers in his career, which is sixth all-time. He is also a four-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA Team selection.

Thompson's injury

Thompson's career was derailed by a torn ACL in his left knee in the 2019 NBA Finals. He missed the entire 2019-20 season and only played in 38 games in the 2020-21 season.

Thompson returned to the Warriors lineup full-time in the 2021-22 season. He averaged 20.4 points per game and shot 42.9% from three-point range.

Thompson's trade

The Warriors traded Thompson to the Cavaliers in February 2022 in a three-team deal that also involved the Indiana Pacers. The Warriors received Caris LeVert and a second-round pick in the 2022 NBA draft from the Cavaliers.

Thompson said he was "shocked" to be traded by the Warriors, but he is excited to start a new chapter in his career with the Cavaliers.

Thompson's future

Thompson is 32 years old and is entering the final year of his contract with the Cavaliers. He is still one of the best shooters in the NBA, and he is a valuable asset to any team.

Thompson has said that he wants to finish his career with the Cavaliers, but he is also open to playing for another team if the opportunity arises.