Draymond Green discusses Klay Thompson's injury impact on Warriors future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:42 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Draymond Green stated that Klay Thompson's Achilles injury during the 2019 NBA Finals influenced Thompson's decision to remain with the Warriors. Green indicated that, prior to the injury, Thompson was likely to leave the team in search of a larger role as a primary option. He drew comparisons to Reggie Miller, asserting that Thompson had the potential to lead another team. Despite the injury, Thompson received a five-year, $190 million contract from the Warriors, recognizing his contributions to their championship success. Thompson has since been in recovery and discussions regarding his future in the league continue.
- •Klay Thompson tore his Achilles in Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals.
- •Green believed Thompson was likely to leave the Warriors before the injury.
- •Thompson signed a five-year, $190 million contract despite the injury.
- •Green compared Thompson's potential to that of Reggie Miller's leading role.
- •Thompson's recovery continues to impact team planning and roster decisions.
- 7:42 AMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green claims Klay Thompson’s 2019 kept him from leaving Warriors to become a first option
"Draymond Green believes Klay Thompson tearing his Achilles during the 2019 NBA Finals stopped him from leaving the Warriors. Thompson suffered a brutal Achilles tear in Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Toronto Raptors, which played a big part in the Warriors losing their chance at a threepeat.
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