The Golden State Warriors and Klay Thompson did not end things well. Even so, the hope of a reunion before the end has sustained in the hearts of Warriors fans -- and a recent bombshell comment by Luka Doncic could inspire the franchise to bring Klay home before the end.
Some NBA players have a connection to their first team. They hold a soft spot in their heart for the team that drafted them. The fan base still loves them and follows them as they move on to new locations. The team's media department puts together a highlight package when they return on an opposing team during the season.