It is said that Klay Thompson is returning to full health after missing the previous two seasons due to injury. He still has a ways to go, though, as he won’t be available for the season’s opening. Steve Kerr commented as follows regarding Klay’s current state of development:
Not quite in full contact. but things are starting to move on the court. He’s still a long way from actually participating in a 5-on-5 basketball game. However, there’s a significant step when you can resume running with the Achilles. It’s a significant psychological lift. The remainder of your body begins to function, and you begin to experience the aches and pains that, after a period of inactivity, truly feel good. That’s where he is.
This is significant news for the Warriors because Klay hasn’t participated in a single NBA play since tearing his ACL in the 2019 Finals against the Raptors. He was anticipated to make a comeback to the field this season, but an offseason workout resulted in a torn achilles.
Prior to this, Klay was regarded as a resilient player who hardly ever missed a game due to an injury. Averaging 21.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists while shooting 40% from three-point range, he was in the prime of his career. With the addition of James Wiseman and the other players who have made significant contributions—Juan Toscano-Anderson, Andrew Wiggins, and Jordan Poole—the Warriors’ potential is limitless if Klay can return to his pre-injury form.
Additionally, Steve Kerr said, “Klay’s current breakthrough has been a result of the offseason’s productivity.” He is running on the court and is in a great mood. We had a conversation last week. Simply put, he has an entirely different perspective. There is hope for a better future.