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Klay Thompson needs his game-day nap ‘just to get my mind right’

Related Topics: Mychal Thompson, Klay Thompson

After games, Klay Thompson has been known to scarf pizza and sip beer.

The Warriors star’s pregame regimen is more rigorous, though — and it apparently requires a nap.

Maybe it’s because Thompson has taken the advice of his father, former Lakers forward Mychal Thompson, who suggested taking care of your body (to all NBA players, not just Klay).

Here’s how the Splash Brother explained his game preparation to CBS Sports:

“My approach to the game is a lot more calculated now — as far as getting my rest, recovery after a big workout.