In an interview with ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green revealed the exact moment he realized that his teammate and friend, Klay Thompson, was likely leaving the team. Green’s revelation came during a phone call with Thompson in late June, a conversation that left a lasting impact on him.
Green was driving with his wife to an assembly for his daughter when he received the call from Thompson. The conversation was brief, lasting only about five minutes, but it was enough to make Green anxious.
“He gone,” Green told his wife during the drive. “He didn’t say nothing yet. But he gone.”
Thompson had informed Green that he was planning to explore free agency during the upcoming offseason. This news was a significant blow to Green, who had spent countless hours on the court with Thompson, winning championships and creating unforgettable memories.
Green’s honesty about the moment reflects the deep bond he shares with Thompson and the impact of his departure on the Warriors’ core trio, which also included Stephen Curry. The Warriors’ fans and players alike have felt the void left by Thompson’s absence, and Green’s words capture the emotional weight of the situation.
As the Warriors navigate the new season without Thompson, Green’s reflection shows that the bond between Green and Thompson, built through years of shared success and hardship, remains a testament to the power of friendship in professional sports.
