Klay Thompson's Sharpshooting Fuels Mavericks' Victory Over Warriors in Chase Center Return: 'It's Always Special'

Klay Thompson shines with 29 points in his return to Chase Center, leading the Mavericks to victory over the Warriors in a record-breaking 3-point shootout.

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SAN FRANCISCO — Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson has already cemented his legacy with four NBA titles and countless clutch moments in a Warriors uniform. But Sunday night’s return to Chase Center as a Dallas Maverick gave Thompson yet another chapter to reflect upon—and he made it count.

Thompson delivered a season-high 29 points on 9-of-14 shooting, including seven three-pointers, to lead the Mavericks to a 143-133 victory over the Golden State Warriors in a game that set an NBA record with 48 combined three-pointers. It was a night of reflection and dominance for the veteran sharpshooter, who continues to find his footing in Dallas.

Thompson has produced an impressive three-game stretch, averaging 22.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists after an initial return to competition following a five-game injury absence caused by left plantar fasciitis. He is up to 14.0 points per game on the season while shooting 39.1% from deep. Specifically, across these past three outings, he’s shooting 50.0% while taking 10.0 attempts per contest.

Settled and Steady

Unlike his first visit to Chase Center as a Maverick on Nov. 12—when hundreds of Warriors employees lined the hallway to greet him, and fans donned “Captain Klay” hats in tribute to his love of boating—Sunday night was quieter, but Thompson appreciated the more subdued atmosphere.