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Draymond Green Says Klay Thompson’s Exit Marked a Warriors Era’s End

His public view signals a franchise weighing changes after a 37-45 season with coaching plans still unresolved.

Overview

  • Green told Candace Parker’s Post Moves podcast that “a part of this era ended when Klay left,” framing Thompson’s 2024 departure as a turning point.
  • He stressed continuity inside the building, citing assistant “Q Dog,” trainer Drew Yoder, and noting Chris DeMarco’s move to the New York Liberty.
  • Thompson remains under contract with the Mavericks, so despite his “things can change on a dime” comment, any Warriors reunion is only hypothetical.
  • Golden State finished 37-45 and missed the playoffs in 2025–26, a clear step down from the years when the Curry–Thompson–Green trio led title runs.
  • The offseason features unresolved calls on Steve Kerr’s future, a looming player option for Green, and decisions on style and staff as 38-year-old Stephen Curry remains the centerpiece.