Charles Barkley stated Klay Thompson is "not the same person" after two injuries. Thompson reacted Thursday night. Barkley's words "hurt" Thompson. ACL and Achilles injuries
forced him to battle back into the floor.
"It stings when Charles Barkley says you're not the same player you were before injuries.
Thompson responded, "No duh, dude." "I tore my ACL and Achilles in consecutive years and won a title." Hearing that stung. I worked so hard to get here.
"I played 55-57 games in three years; give me some time." Hearing, 'He's not the same as before the injuries' Obviously. Who survives that? That wounded my heart. However. I'll absorb it to be better
I feel like I was a big part of what we did last year. I won't rely on my ailments. I'll keep going and have a wonderful year. Sure thing.”
"Klay averaged 20 ppg despite 2 severe injuries that terminated several careers," remarked another admirer. "Give him flowers."