Klay Thompson update: Warriors star seen playing chess after season-ending Achilles injury

Klay Thompson's Achilles tendon injury – which ended his 2020-21 campaign before it began – might have stumped Golden State Warriors' chance for ar championship. While teammates and ors have spoken about Thompson, Warriors star is yet to speak to media – or post on his social media accounts. However, in a recently shared update, Thompson seems to be doing better, playing one of his favourite games – chess. 

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Is Klay Thompson back on social media? Warriors star is seen playing chess

Ciara Pasta – Director of Sales in Tech and ESPN writer – shared Thompson update. Warriors star is seen sitting looking at a chessboard. Fans seemed excited at new Thompson update, wishing for star to have a full recovery before returning on court. 30-year-old is kwn to love chess, and often posts about it on his Instagram account. He has also spoken about t being able to live without a chess set. 

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Klay Thompson injury update

As per ESPN's rian Wojnarowski, 30-year-old hurt his lower right leg while training. Later,  Athletic's Shams Charania stated that three-time NBA champion was unable to put any weight on his right leg and will undergo an MRI. His injury prompted everyone to send in well wishes, with Steph Curry also tearing up during an interview. 

Thompson, along with Curry, has led team to multiple championships. Throughout 2018-19 season, Thompson suffered various small injuries before ultimately tearing his left knee ACL during 2019 NBA Finals against Toronto Raptors. severe injury sidelined him for entire season, only allowing him to practice after a year.

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When will Klay Thompson return to court?

According to recent reports, Thompson has repaired his torn Achilles and is expected to make a full recovery. However, Warriors will have to go ar season without Thompson. Warriors will open NBA 2020-21 season with a game against Brooklyn Nets. 

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