On January 10, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA regular season is in full swing. In today's focus game, the Warriors beat the Cavaliers 96-82 at home. In this game, Warriors star Klay Thompson finally ushered in a comeback, which is his second time in the NBA after 941 days.
Throughout the game, Thompson played 19 minutes and 55 seconds, shooting 7-of-18, including 3-of-8 from three-point range, and had 17 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 block (3 of 4 in the third quarter with 7 points)! He also reached career milestones of 12,000 points and 1,800 three-pointers today. In the second quarter, Thompson staged a wonderful dunk, which also amazed the fans.
Most importantly, Thompson's return helped the Warriors regain the feeling of winning. In the previous two games, the Warriors lost to the Lone Rangers and pelicans, suffering their first consecutive loss of the season, while the first place in the league was also taken away by the Suns. After today's win, the Warriors are back in the league with a 30-9 loss.
After the game, Thompson was asked in an interview about the Warriors' prospects for the season, and he said very confidently: "I don't dare say we have the strength to win the championship now, but we are already very xxx close. ”
Thompson also expressed his gratitude for getting back on the field, saying, "Oh my God, it's really fun, every day of the recovery process is worth it, it's a very long road, but I'm proud to have persevered." ”
Curry agreed with Thompson's declaration, saying, "Clay's return is a sign that we're taking another step towards full form, or a very big step." ”
Between 2015 and 2019, the Warriors reached the Finals for five consecutive years and won the championship three times. Later, the team suffered from injuries such as Curry and Thompson, which led to a low point for the team.
With the team's resurgence this season and Thompson's return, the Warriors will now be heading for the championship again.