On January 10, the Golden State Warriors welcomed the Cleveland Cavaliers at home, and the biggest highlight of this game is undoubtedly the return of Thompson, which is his return to the NBA after 941 days.
The warriors coach mentioned before the game that whether the game is won or lost, it will be remembered for a lifetime.
"Whatever happened, no matter what the result was, today's game I will remember for the rest of my life. The reason is simple, Thompson has done everything for our team, everything for me, everything for his teammates. Cole said.
To celebrate the return of Thompson, each of them wore a Thompson No. 11 jersey before the game, and everyone did not change this shirt when they entered the stadium to warm up.
Not long ago, the Warriors announced the starting list for this game with the Cavaliers, Curry, Thompson, Green, Wiggins, Rooney, familiar taste!
Kevin Durant, a former teammate who now plays for the Brooklyn Nets, said of Thompson's comeback, "I'm really happy for him, I know it's a big day in the local area and it's going to be buzzing there today. I've been in touch with Clay for the past few years, and I can feel from my messages with him how eager and excited he is to get back on the field. ”
On entering the arena, Thompson said of his appearance today, "I think it's incredible. I'm excited to be able to play tonight. ”
LeBron James also sent congratulations to Thompson's return through his social account, he reprinted the message of The Return of The God of Tang and sent a number of phone calls, flame memes, it seems to be saying that calling for the God of Soup, it will definitely be on fire!