When an athlete is playing a sport on a professional level, the intensity is super high. And due to that, the chances of him suffering an injury while playing increases. Something like this happened to the NFL star Aaron Rodgers. During a drop-back, he got grabbed and pulled down, causing his left foot to snag on the turf and his Achilles to rip.

A similar injury happened to Stephen Curry‘s teammate, which brought tears to his eyes. Not only do these injuries affect the player but also his team and teammates due to the bond they share.

Curry got emotional after his Warriors’ Brother got injured

Klay Thompson, a five-time All-Star and part of the legendary “Splash Brothers” with Curry, suffered an Achilles injury. This incident happened during a basketball session in Los Angeles. He suffered a heartbreaking injury after fighting tirelessly to get back to the court after skipping the entire former season due to an ACL tear. Curry described the moment he heard of Thompson’s injury as a heartbreaking experience. He characterized it as a “gut punch” that left him in tears.

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The announcement came on a conference call with Warriors general manager Bob Myers and head coach Steve Kerr. They even said that it had a significant impact on the club and its star player. Despite the massive defeat, Curry stressed the significance of maintaining a “big-picture mentality” in such situations. He recognized the difficulties of recovery while also expressing his everlasting support for Thompson, stating that he still has a long future ahead of him. Just like Curry and his team were devastated after Thompson’s injury, Aaron Rodgers’ injury has had a significant impact not just on the Green Bay Packers, but also on Zach Wilson of the New York Jets. This unexpected turn of events is similar to other quarterback catastrophes in the NFL.

Former Jets quarterbacks Vinny Testaverde and Boomer Esiason had similar injuries during their careers. They expressed empathy and concern, underscoring the emotional toll such losses can take on teammates and fans alike. Fans were even very disappointed during Thompson’s injury, as he was part of the beloved “Splash Brothers.”

The journey of the Splash Brothers

Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, who play for the Golden State Warriors, are known as the “Splash Brothers” in the NBA. They are known for their excellent three-point shooting and are considered one of the best backcourts in NBA history. They have established many NBA records for a pair of teammates making three-point field goals and have both won the Three-Point Contest. With the Warriors, the Splash Brothers have won four NBA titles and competed in six NBA Finals.

Their incredible collaboration began in the 2012-2013 season, when they combined to make 483 three-pointers, breaking the NBA record. In future seasons, Curry and Thompson maintained their domination from beyond the arc, frequently ranking among the league’s best three-point shooters. Despite adversity, including injuries to both players, their reputation as the Splash Brothers lives on in the NBA.

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