Klay rates Steph matchup similar to Kobe, KD orders originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

Klay Thompson values ​​guarding his former Warriors teammate Steph Curry.

The former Splash Brother was asked after the Dallas Mavericks’ 143-133 win over Golden State on Sunday at Chase Center how he felt about guarding Curry as an opponent.

“It’s different, but I’m getting more used to it,” Thompson said. “We often protected each other during training and battles. You always appreciate the moments when you compete against the best players. So, it’s cool, I can say I guarded Steph. The way I guarded Kobe (Bryant) and (Kevin Durant), it’s just another story I can tell.”

Thompson and Curry changed the game of basketball with their incredible 3-point shooting during their 13 seasons together in Golden State. Together, they formed one of the best backcourt shooters in league history and led the Warriors to four NBA Finals wins and six appearances.

After contract negotiations with the Warriors fell through, Thompson joined the Mavericks in free agency last offseason.

Thompson obviously found his shooting style again with Dallas, scoring a season-high 29 points as the Mavericks’ offense was unable to contain the win.

Golden State is still trying to fill the shooting void left by the 34-year-old’s departure. While rookies like Buddy Hield have had moments of brilliance, the Warriors have yet to find a reliable secondary scoring option behind Curry. This lack of offense has plagued the team during their recent stretch of mediocre play.

Despite everything that has happened between the two parties, Thompson values ​​the moments he has competing alongside Curry.

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