Klay Thompson confirms one-year Warriors deal, eyes Golden State exit

Klay Thompson says he has one year left on his Golden State Warriors contract and wants to finish his NBA career in the Bay Area.

On Tuesday, Thompson told reporters he’s under contract for the 2026-27 season and would prefer to close out his run with the franchise that drafted him in 2011.

What did Klay Thompson say?

Thompson made the remarks during a brief locker-room exchange captured by Legion Hoops. When asked about returning to the Warriors, he replied: “Shoot, I don’t know. I got one year on my deal. It’d be nice to end it in Golden State.”

The quote was later attributed to Gabe Einhorn, who posted the exchange online.

Why it matters for Klay Thompson

The statement arrives as Golden State reshapes its roster around Stephen Curry and younger wings. Thompson, 36, has spent his entire 13-year career with the Warriors and ranks third in franchise history in three-pointers made.

With the team eyeing a youth movement, Thompson’s future hinges on Golden State’s decision to retain or part ways with the sharpshooter. His contract expires after next season, leaving open whether he’ll seek another NBA deal or explore retirement.

What comes next?

Golden State holds a $30 million team option on Thompson for 2026-27. The Warriors could decline it, renounce his rights, or negotiate a new agreement. Thompson’s market value will depend on his performance in a shortened 2025-26 season after recovering from a left Achilles tear in January 2025.

If Golden State declines the option, Thompson could pursue a contender needing floor spacing or sign a one-year deal elsewhere. If he stays, he’d aim to chase another ring while mentoring younger guards.

Warriors’ roster outlook

Golden State enters free agency with Curry, Jonathan Kuminga, and Trayce Jackson-Davis under contract. The front office is weighing additions at guard and forward to complement a core built around Curry’s playmaking.

Thompson’s statement adds a personal layer to the club’s roster calculus. Whether he finishes his career in gold and blue or elsewhere, his legacy in the Bay Area remains secure.