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Klay Thompson Looked Frustrated After Jaden Hardy Ignored Him And Went 3-On-1

Klay Thompson was rightfully upset after Jaden Hardy ignored him and took three defenders on at once during their win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Jan 10, 2025
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The Dallas Mavericks won their second game of the season without Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving with a 117-111 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. The Mavericks trailed for a majority of the game until a late 16-0 run helped them take the lead and the win, courtesy of hot nights from Jaden Hardy, PJ Washington, and Quentin Grimes.

One player who visibly struggled was Klay Thompson, who played just 21 minutes in the short-handed win. His frustration was clear on the court, as indicated by his poor body language after Jaden Hardy ignored a wide-open Thompson in the corner for a 3-on-1 possession which didn’t end well.

Klay looked kinda frustrated at the end & rightfully so. pic.twitter.com/mbDwivdb3Q

— Panda Hank (@pandahank41) January 10, 2025

Klay was playing through a frustrating night where he had 3 points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3P), 4 assists, and 3 rebounds. Jason Kidd benched him for the fourth quarter and would later discuss the move by encouraging Klay to step aside for his teammates during rough performances.

“Yeah, he’s fine, just understanding we’re a team. His teammates picked him up tonight and he’ll be ready to go on Sunday.”

“It’s big, it just shows the character of the team. It shows the depth of the team. This group is going to have some time together and get a rhythm, put their best foot forward. Their energy and effort are high… We found a way to win tonight.”

Hardy is well-known for making some less-than-ideal decisions on offense, whether it’s rushed jumpers or attacking three defenders instead of passing to the open man. It worked well for the guard last night, as he put up 25 points (10-18 FG) and was crucial in the win. 

He had the hot hand and elected to go head-first into a bad possession instead of giving a cold Klay the ball. If we had to discuss what the correct play in that situation would be, almost nobody would say that Hardy should’ve taken that shot attempt with the clock expiring when he had a wide-open Klay in the corner.

Thompson is averaging 13.8 points this season, shooting 38.1% from three. He’s served well in his role as a rotational shooting option, with the Mavs getting better defensive output from Klay than they ever could have expected. However, he can’t be a consistent leading offensive option anymore, which is why coach Kidd had to turn to others in this win.

Klay’s skill set works best when Luka and Kyrie are on the court as well, guaranteeing more open opportunities for Thompson. When they’re gone, teams will look to contain Klay before they look at other perimeter options like Grimes, Hardy, or Spencer Dinwiddie. As a result, his numbers have dropped off in recent games.

Klay getting benched for role-players last season is what ultimately poisoned his time with the Golden State Warriors, so everyone will pray the same doesn’t happen this year in Dallas. 

He seems to be aware that his role within the Mavs is much smaller than what he enjoyed with the Warriors, but it might hurt him to see his value dip less than half a season into his new franchise.

Hopefully, Coach Kidd can find ways to keep Klay engaged and motivated even during cold spells. He has to maximize the Mavericks’ chances of winning and if Thompson isn’t helping them do that, he’ll have to face reality and accept a bench role as the season progresses.

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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