It’s been well over 10 months since Klay Thompson last wore a Golden State Warriors uniform. Thompson’s legacy is hard to set aside, let alone erase, despite the acrimonious nature of his exit. In several ways, his presence still looms large over the franchise, like a spirit that still haunts the halls of Chase Center, a constant reminder of how valuable he was for the franchise — and how crucial he was to his Splash Brother, Steph Curry, in more ways than one, both on and off the court.
Based on how much the Warriors have struggled to generate efficient offense this season, the former has been more pronounced than ever.