Klay missed the Warriors' big win over the Bulls, and Klay returned to the Warriors to lose to the Timberwolves
This is the answer handed by the Warriors in the last two games, of course, this has nothing to do with Klay, but on the other hand, it also reflects the real state of Clay now, facing the Timberwolves today, he scored 13 points on 5-of-14 shooting, including 3 three-pointers.
The league's strongest 3D has deteriorated
In fact, before Clay's comeback, there were countless fans who worried that it would be difficult for him to return to his previous state. Although in the first game after the comeback, Clay had three points, even dunks and breakthrough layups. But that doesn't mean Clay's bloody return.
There is such a very poignant scene against the Timberwolves today, when Timberwolves youngster McDaniels faces Clay's defense and he chooses to complete the layup with One Step Past Clay. Clay, who was once at his peak, was not defined as a superstar, but he is recognized as the league's strongest 3D player.
In fact, we all know how to define a 3D player, first of all, he has a very top three-point shooting ability, and Clay's defense has always been excellent. After his comeback, we can still see Clay's shooting ability, he is still a pitcher in the league that can not be ignored outside, but it has to be said that after his comeback, Clay's defensive ability has dropped a lot, and his pace has slowed down a lot.
Looking at Clay more now, his role is more like that of a good pitcher. Although Clay only shot 36% of the shots after his comeback, I believe that as the game progresses, his shooting feeling will gradually recover, he has such an ability, he can still become the most trusted pitcher around Curry, but he is no longer the strongest 3D player around Curry.
In fact, clay's performance is now fully understandable, and it is also a situation that most of our fans still guess. But seeing injuries leave such marks on a player is somewhat heartbreaking. We all know how tormented he has been in his heart in the past two years when he has returned to his opponent. There's no way, injuries are part of the game, and that's something no one can avoid.
Please also accept the reality that this is the real Clay now, and his role may have to change a little. The death five small that the warriors were most proud of really no longer existed. Green's performance on the offensive end has declined, Clay's defense has been affected, Durant has left, Iguodala has entered the twilight years, and it is really difficult to rely on Curry to lead the whole team.
Of course, the Warriors also have their own advantages, and after Curry's return, Klay's role can also be maximized. At key moments, his shots and that confidence are still there, and that's what Clay means to the team.
This season's Warriors have real hope of making another impact on the championship, believing that as the game progresses, Klay's form can be restored. Don't ask him to contribute much on the defensive end anymore, and look forward to his strong performance on the offensive end!