Klay Thompson Explains How Michael Jordan Influences His Game

Klay Thompson also draws inspiration from Dwyane Wade and Kobe Bryant.

BYAlexander ColeMay 19, 20221.7K Views

Klay Thompson and the Golden State Warriors had themselves a great Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals. The Warriors blew out the Mavericks and Klay had himself a solid performance on both ends of the floor. It was a classic Warriors drumming and the Dubs seem poised to get that fourth championship.

After last night's game, Thompson spoke to reporters about how he loves to play a two-way game. Thompson is a two-guard and as he explained below, he takes inspiration from the likes of Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and even Dwyane Wade. It is these players who ultimately guide his approach to the game of basketball.

Klay Thompson Explains How Michael Jordan Influences His Game

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“Marking the best player every night for 40 minutes is not easy, and going to get buckets on the other end,” Thompson said. “But it’s something I love to do. All the best two guards to ever play the game played both sides of the ball. Whether it was Michael (Jordan), Kobe (Bryant), or D-Wade (Dwyane Wade), the guys I really idolized as a kid. They all competed on that side. So I just try to follow and do the same.”

There is no guarantee that the Warriors will win this series, however, if Thompson, Steph Curry, and Draymond Green can keep up this pace, then it will definitely be a fast victory.

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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.