The Golden State Warriors made a pivotal trade acquiring Jimmy Butler, which significantly improved their season performance, transforming from a struggling No. 12 seed to a contender with a 23-7 record post-trade. However, their chances of success were hampered by Stephen Curry's hamstring injury, which proved detrimental as the team searched for a reliable second option in the absence of Klay Thompson.

In a nostalgic moment shared on Draymond Green's podcast, he reflected on Klay Thompson's legendary Game 6 performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2016. Thompson's explosive 41-point game, featuring 11 three-pointers, not only forced a Game 7 but also solidified the Warriors' path to the NBA Finals. Despite facing a 3-1 deficit against the Cavaliers in the Finals, the Warriors ultimately triumphed, claiming two consecutive titles in the following years.