The escort of the Dallas Mavericks, Klay Thompson, recently spoke with great admiration of his partner Kyrie Irving. In an interview with the former NBA player Michael Cooper, in Ex Warriors he took the time to praise his partner and former rival.
“He is the most difficult player I have defended,” said Thompson. “I put it at the level of LeBron, Kd and Kobe.”
“You can feel that energy when it enters the building, elevates everyone … is a great leader,” he added.
Thompson and Irving have a long history as rivals in their races in the NBA
Of course, Thompson spent a lot of time defending Irving when his Golden State Warriors faced the Cleveland Cavaliers for several seasons. Now, you will not have to worry about marking one of the most talented ball managers in the League.
Since his arrival in Dallas, Kyrie has been a key factor in the success of the team. It was fundamental in the Mavericks race to the NBA finals in 2024 and should play an important role in the next season for a Dallas team that seeks to compete for the title.
In parts of three seasons with the Mavericks, he averages 25.5 points per game, with 49 percent of success in field shots and 40 percent from the line of three.
However, MAV fans will have to wait a bit to see Irving in Action again, since they are still recovering from the breakage of the anterior cross ligament he suffered in March. Once he returns, he will join Thompson, Anthony Davis already the first selection of the NBA 2025, Cooper Flagg.
*Original article by Justin Backer and translated by Ernesto Guevara
