“First player to get CTE from ACL surgery” – NBA Twitter ROASTS Klay Thompson for alleged contract demand from Warriors
Klay Thompson is getting laughed at by NBA Fans for even suggesting a hefty contract extension despite his contribution to the team.
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Golden State Warriors superstar Klay Thompson had his best regular season in six years, showcasing that his injury troubles are behind him. He played in 69 games, the most he has managed since the 2018-19 NBA season, and averaged 21.9 points per game, the third-highest mark of his entire NBA career. He grabbed a career-high of 4.1 rebounds per game, contributing offensively and defensively. He also set a personal record by making 301 3-pointers this season, making him one of only three NBA players, alongside teammate Stephen Curry and James Harden, to achieve this feat.
Even in the Warriors’ playoff game against the Sacramento Kings, Thompson shined, scoring 21 points, dishing five assists, and grabbing six rebounds. His current contract with the Warriors is set to expire after the 2023-24 NBA season. He signed a five-year, $190 million contract extension with the team in 2019, which is nearing its conclusion. According to sources cited by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on Saturday, Klay Thompson is expecting to receive a significant contract extension from the Golden State Warriors during the offseason.
If the Warriors opt to extend Thompson and if Draymond Green chooses to opt into his player option, Golden State’s payroll and luxury tax could surpass $500 million. This would in turn impact the organization’s future financial planning. It is important to note that his injury history and age could impact his negotiating power. He will be 33 years old when his current contract expires, making it a tough choice for the Warriors office.
Though he had an outstanding season, arguably one of his best, Thompson’s extension is a hot topic for discussion due to Golden State’s difficult financial position. It is no doubt that he has been the key to success for the Warriors, but a long and expensive contract extension for a 33-year-old is perhaps an unwise move.
NBA fans believe Klay Thompson’s contract demand is laughable
Despite all of Klay Thompson’s achievements and his impact, fans feel it is outrageous on his part to ask for a max-level contract extension, considering his age, injuries, etc. One fan summed up the situation perfectly, writing, “He’s had a pretty good year and because of his contributions to the Warriors organization through the years he’s warranted to have this feeling. However, the Warriors should not be giving him a max extension. Warriors cap situation would be cooked. This would signal Draymond going elsewhere as well. That was always a possibility, but this would basically confirm it.”
Let’s take a look at some other replies from fans:
It will be interesting to see how the contract situation plays out. The Warriors would want to keep their homegrown star until he retires, but it’s unlikely that he will hand out any concessions to the team, considering this will likely be his final big contract.
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