In a recent interview, Klay Thompson, now a member of the Dallas Mavericks, shared his admiration for the team’s legendary 2011 championship run. As he prepares for his first season with the Mavericks, Thompson has been studying the 2011 NBA Finals to draw inspiration from that incredible journey.
The 2011 Dallas Mavericks, led by Dirk Nowitzki, achieved one of the most memorable championship runs in NBA history. Overcoming the odds, they defeated powerhouse teams like Kobe Bryant’s Lakers, Kevin Durant’s Thunder, and ultimately, the star-studded Miami Heat in the Finals.
Thompson, a four-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors, understands what it takes to win at the highest level. Watching the Mavericks’ 2011 journey has reignited his passion for bringing a title to Dallas.
“I saw just an incredible group that persevered through a low seed and beat some incredibly talented teams,” Thompson said. “It was just a run that was so inspiring, and it was cool to watch that and try to replicate that in the upcoming season”.
Joining forces with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, Thompson aims to channel the energy and determination of the 2011 Mavericks into the current roster. His sharpshooting ability and playoff experience make him a valuable asset to a team looking to build on its recent successes.
“I just got to Dallas, and I want to have this in the back of my mind while I’m out here of why I did come here, and that’s to help uplift the city and try and win,” Thompson added.
“Just an incredible group… Beat some incredibly talented teams [whether it’s] Kobe [Bryant’s] Lakers or [Kevin Durant’s] Thunder… Try & replicate that in the upcoming season.”
Klay Thompson on the Mavs 2011 Finals run 🗣️
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With Thompson’s renewed focus and championship aspirations, the Mavericks are once again positioned as a formidable contender in the Western Conference. As the new season approaches, fans are eager to see how Thompson’s inspiration from the 2011 Mavericks will translate into on-court success. The journey to another NBA title is never easy, but with Thompson’s leadership and the team’s collective effort, the Mavericks are poised to make another deep playoff run.
