The biggest story going into Game 2 of the NBA Finals was Klay Thompson’s health. In Game 1, Thompson sustained a high left ankle sprain, courtesy of J.R. Smith, diving into his leg.
The injury looked awful and Warriors fans feared the worst. But remarkably, Thompson returned in the second quarter and was a major contributor to the Warriors Game 1 victory.
Thompson dropped 24 points, hitting 8 of 16 from the field and 5 of 10 from three-point range. As well as Thompson played in Game 1, there was still concern about his availability for Game 2.