Klay Thompson vents after being on the bench for Gui Santos: “Difficult…”

Even though he is healthy, something is stopping the winger Klay Thompson to play well again. Experiencing one of the worst seasons of his career for Golden State Warriorsthe player was again on the bench at the end of the match, this time, this past Monday, 5th, against Brooklyn Netswhich ended in victory for the team of San Francisco away from home, 109 to 98. With only eight points and 4/9 in shooting, the number 11 went to the reserve and did not complete the game between the starters for the second time in the last three matches, which has been bothering Splash Brother .

“You are kidding? Going from, you know, one of the best players… it’s difficult for anyone. I’ll be honest with you. Is very difficult”, revealed Klay, in an interview after the match, when he was asked about his current situation and how he has faced this change of role. In addition to providing space for Jonathan Kuminga and the newbie Brandin Podziemskithe one who has been taking advantage of the opportunities is the Brazilian winger Gui Santoswho was on the court in the final minutes against the New Yorkalongside the two players mentioned, in addition to Stephen Curry It is Draymond Green.

In the last three games, Gui has spent 44 minutes on the court, ten more than he has accumulated in all of his previous six games this season. Klay also spoke about the rise of the team’s games, especially about the Brazilian, who played for 18 minutes, scoring nine points and five rebounds. “I accepted it (going to the bank). I could be mad, but I’m happy for these guys, honestly. We won and it’s very difficult to win in this league. (Gui) played very hard. I’m happy for Gui. Incredible. Being in the G-League, coming here (NBA) and making an impact like that? Incredible”said the winger.