“Where was Ja Morant?” – Klay Thompson, Chris Paul join Golden State Warriors’ annual prison trip for game against inmates, NBA fans make WILD joke about Draymond Green and other stars
Golden State Warriors visited the San Quentin prison for a basketball game.
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Chris Paul (L:Twitter), Ja Morant (C: Fox Sports), Klay Thompson (R:Twitter)
The Golden State Warriors organize an annual game with the San Quentin Warriors, the basketball team of San Quentin State Prison. They are one of the most infamous prisons in the country. It’s a win-win situation for the Warriors, as one of the Warriors teams always wins. This game was recently played for the ninth time. The head-to-head record favors the Golden State team with five wins and the San Quentin team with three wins.
The Warriors team does not play Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and others, but they have the coaching and support staff of the Dubs. They play against the prison team, with their stars supporting them from the sidelines. Klay and Chris Paul joined the sidelines this year and talked about their experience watching the game.
The San Quentin team defended their home court, winning 85-80 over four quarters. They now remain just one year away from tying the record. The Warriors players talked about what they learned from their experience visiting the prison, and they reflected that it was one of the most enriching experiences, listening to the stories of the men trying to improve their future. The inmates were also fans and enjoyed meeting and sharing the court with their favorite players.
NBA fans react to Golden State Warriors playing basketball with San Quentin prisoners
Clips of the game between the Golden State Warriors and the San Quentin Warriors quickly made their way online, and fans had a lot to say. Some fans joked about where Ja Morant was, as he was suspended for 25 games for displaying a firearm multiple times online. They also made several jokes about Draymond Green and other stars. Here are some of the reactions:
The Warriors have spent their time in the offseason building chemistry with their newest addition, Chris Paul. They have conducted multiple camps, especially for him. Paul joining the Warriors for their visit to the prison further helped them integrate the 38-year-old into their system. They hope to hit it off from the start and make their way to their fifth championship.
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