Joe Lacob urges Warriors fans to ‘chill’ – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Warriors CEO Joe Lacob addresses concerns about Klay Thompson’s contract negotiations with a reassuring message for Dub Nation. In an interview on “The Morning Roast” on 95.7 The Game, Lacob emphasizes that negotiations are a two-sided process and urges fans to remain patient and let things unfold naturally. Lacob expresses his confidence that Thompson wants to stay with the Warriors and assures that both parties have good intentions. He compares the situation to Draymond Green’s contract negotiations from the previous summer, reminding everyone that things worked out in the end. Lacob firmly believes that Thompson’s situation will also reach a positive resolution.

Thompson is approaching the final year of his contract with the Warriors and has the option to sign an extension before the start of the 2023-24 NBA season next week. However, he also has the freedom to explore free agency after the upcoming season. Both Thompson and the Warriors organization have expressed a desire to continue their partnership beyond this year. Nevertheless, some fans and analysts worry about the potential distraction if a deal isn’t reached before the season begins, drawing parallels to Green’s contract uncertainty last year.

When asked about the impact of Green’s contract situation on the team last season and whether a similar scenario could arise with Thompson, Lacob acknowledges that there were some issues but believes this year will be different. Lacob praises Thompson’s professionalism and expresses respect for him, assuring fans that the Warriors will make every effort to secure a new contract for Thompson. However, Lacob acknowledges that timing is uncertain.

Thompson aligns with Lacob’s perspective, stating in a recent interview with The Athletic that he doesn’t consider his contract situation to be a significant concern. Despite these optimistic public statements, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports that there has been no progress in the negotiations between Thompson and the Warriors, raising the possibility of Thompson entering free agency next summer. Wojnarowski comments on the potential difficulties this poses for Golden State, particularly if Thompson performs at the same level as last season, given the high value placed on shooting and wing defense by NBA teams.

While the specifics of Thompson’s contract remain uncertain, Lacob’s latest remarks should provide some reassurance to Warriors fans that a resolution will ultimately be reached. Stay updated on all things Warriors by downloading and following the Dubs Talk Podcast.