Draymond Green says Klay Thompson was likely to seek No. 1 option role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 12:13 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

In a recent episode of 'The Draymond Green Show', Draymond Green discussed Klay Thompson's career trajectory, stating that Thompson was 90% likely to leave the Golden State Warriors to pursue a No. 1 option role before his injuries. Thompson, who had built his career as a second option alongside Stephen Curry, suffered a devastating ACL tear during the 2019 NBA Finals, which altered his plans. Recently signing with the Miami Heat, Green acknowledged that while Thompson can contribute through his elite shooting, expectations for him to return to his previous form should be tempered.
- •Draymond Green claims Klay Thompson was likely to leave Warriors after 2019.
- •Thompson's injuries significantly impacted his career trajectory.
- •Thompson recently signed a two-year contract with the Miami Heat.
- •Green expects Thompson to have a role similar to Ray Allen's with Miami.
- 12:13 AMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green Reveals Klay Thompson Was 90% Likely to Chase No. 1 Option Role Before Injuries
"Draymond Green watched Klay Thompson build a career as one of the best second options for the Golden State Warriors. Stephen Curry led the team on the court as the No. 1 option during the years they were contending for NBA championships. Thompson was the team’s second-leading scorer until Kevin Durant joined the team in [...]
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