The Golden State Warriors may be eyeing a move that would send shockwaves through the NBA - one that would reunite them with a familiar face and four-time champion: Klay Thompson.
On the surface, the Warriors’ recent signing of Seth Curry already signals a clear intent - they’re looking to sharpen their perimeter shooting as they gear up for the stretch run. And in his debut, Curry wasted no time reminding fans what he can bring to the table.
The 35-year-old poured in 14 points on a blistering 85.7% shooting from the field, including 66.7% from beyond the arc, in a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. It was a small sample, sure, but an encouraging one.
But if Golden State wants to truly fortify its identity as a three-point threat - and make a serious push in what could be the twilight of Stephen Curry’s prime - there’s a name that keeps coming up: Klay Thompson.
Thompson, now with the Dallas Mavericks, has had a rollercoaster of a season. Some nights, he looks like the flamethrower we remember - the guy who once dropped 37 points in a single quarter.
Other nights, it’s clear he’s still trying to find consistency, especially in a new system. Through 21 games, he’s averaging 11.1 points per game, shooting 37.4% from the field and 35.4% from deep.
Those numbers are a far cry from his peak, but they don’t tell the whole story.
What makes Thompson intriguing for the Warriors isn’t just nostalgia - though there’s plenty of that. It’s familiarity.
It’s chemistry. It’s knowing how to play off of Steph Curry in ways few players ever have.
And it’s the fact that, even in a down year, he’s still a career 41.0% shooter from three. That kind of pedigree doesn’t just disappear.
Golden State has been searching for answers at the two-guard spot all season. They’ve cycled through options like Brandin Podziemski and rookie Will Richard, both of whom have shown flashes but haven’t locked down the role with the consistency the team needs. That opens the door for a possible reunion.
Of course, there are questions. Can Thompson still contribute at a high level, especially in a system that demands movement, spacing, and defensive effort?
Would his return be more symbolic than impactful? Those are fair concerns.
But this is also a team that has built its dynasty on continuity and belief in its core. Thompson was part of every one of Golden State’s four titles over the past decade. Bringing him back wouldn’t just be about sentiment - it could be about rediscovering the identity that made the Warriors so dangerous in the first place.
If Dallas, currently navigating front office changes, decides to move on from some of its pricier veterans, Thompson could very well be available. And if that happens, don’t be surprised if the Warriors make a call. Because in a league driven by stars, spacing, and history, the idea of Klay Thompson in a Warriors jersey again isn’t just poetic - it might be practical, too.