Ever since it started to become clear that Klay Thompson would be leaving the Golden State Warriors, I had eagerly and nervously anticipated Tuesday night’s game. Even before I knew what the schedule was. Even before I knew the Dallas Mavericks were his team of choice.
I was anticipating Thompson’s return to the Bay Area, and his first time facing the team he played his initial 13 seasons with. I was excited about it.
I was also scared.
Rom-coms may be full of pairings that continue to love each other and get along after a split, but athletics are rarely so optimistic when divorce is on the line.