Warriors fans are buzzing over a viral claim that sounds straight out of NBA fan fiction: a one-on-one All-Star Weekend challenge between Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, with a potential Golden State reunion hanging in the balance. But the truth behind the claim is far less cinematic.

The intrigue is understandable. Golden State’s split with Thompson was awkward, leaving behind a bitter aftertaste that neither side has fully shaken. The Warriors, once championship certainties, are now clinging to past glory, while Thompson’s post-Golden State chapter in Dallas has hardly been the fresh start many envisioned.

Recently, X account, Hoops, tweeted a viral claim stating that Steph Curry said, “I wish Klay was still here.” And in response, the former Warriors legend said, “This All-Star week. 1-on-1 three-point shootout. If I lose, I’ll come back.” As of now, there seems to be no proof of whether Klay Thompson has said anything of this sort or not.

Meanwhile, Curry indeed mentioned in an ESPN interview that he’d love to have Klay back on the team. However, Thompson never challenged his former Splash Brother for an All-Star three-point shootout. Instead, the 35-year-old has left the potential return doors open, stating, “Who knows? There’s a lot of basketball ahead. I can’t predict what the future holds.”

Given the current situation of the Dallas Mavericks, the February trade window will be an interesting watch. And yes, anything is possible. Even a Klay Thompson trade!

This kind of rumor exemplifies a broader phenomenon in modern sports media: unverified social media posts, often from low-credibility or parody-style accounts, exploding virally before credible outlets can debunk them.

A classic example is the recurring fake “Adrian Wojnarowski” or “Shams Charania” parody accounts on X that have spread bogus trades or retirements—like the viral 2025 hoax claiming longtime ESPN broadcaster Mike Breen was retiring after 30 years, which fooled even some prominent journalists into retweeting congratulations before it was exposed as originating from a scam parody handle.

Moreover, Stephen Curry’s son, Canon, still doesn’t understand why his dad sits home when Klay’s playing on the court. “Those are the moments when you realize it’s deep,” Curry shared.

Besides, Dallas hasn’t been great for Klay. Right after he joined, Kyrie Irving tore his ACL. They traded Luka Doncic and brought in an injury-prone Anthony Davis. And Klay’s form seemingly dipped.

No, this doesn’t feel like a 4-time NBA champion! Therefore, realistically speaking, how feasible is Thompson’s return to the Bay, that is, if the Mavericks are willing to give up on him?

Hypothetically speaking, Klay Thompson comes back to the Warriors

Klay Thompson has lost his starting role while enduring the roughest season of his career. He is shooting 35% from deep and a grim 41.3% on two-pointers, both career lows. As existential questions swirl, the Mavericks appear ready to shop a star who feels stranded on an ill-fitting roster chasing the Play-In Tournament.

That tension fuels a wild hypothetical floated by Bleacher Report, one that pulls the Golden State Warriors back into the picture. The proposal centers on an eight-team blockbuster sending Thompson home to the Dubs alongside Jonathan Isaac, Day’Ron Sharpe, Garrett Temple, and a 2027 first-round pick.

In return, Golden State parts with Jonathan Kuminga, Buddy Hield, Al Horford, Trayce Jackson Davis, and a maze of secondary assets.

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The ripple effects stretch league-wide. Dallas pivots to Cam Thomas, gaining an explosive scorer plus Jalen Pickett and an 8.5 million trade exception. Utah bets on Kuminga.

Orlando adds shooting with Hield while clearing Jonathan Isaac’s contract. Brooklyn stockpiles youth, picks, and cash. Meanwhile, Denver, Toronto, and Phoenix collect trade exceptions.

Now, as Klay Thompson sits uncertain about his availability against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday due to left knee soreness, his future also remains uncertain.

Sure, the Warriors would (hopefully) accept him with open arms, but will Dallas part ways?

Besides, is the trade even possible? All these questions add up to one story where Thompson’s struggles are evident. And if a 1-on-1 three-point shootout vs. Steph Curry is the key to his comeback, then will he take it?