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Klay Thompson Responds to Kevin Durant's Comment Saying He Was 'Never an MVP Candidate in Nothing'

Klay Thompson has responded to Kevin Durant's comments about the 2017 Warriors, sparking a wave of reactions from NBA figures.

By · Published August 4, 2026  19:37 UTC · Updated August 7, 2026  04:30 UTC

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The story quieted after Klay Thompson and Draymond Green responded to Kevin Durant's comments about their former team and Thompson's MVP candidacy. The coverage did not establish a definitive conclusion.

Epilogue added 63d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 9 distinct news outlets with 13 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 10.
  • Primary Driver: Klay Thompson has responded to Kevin Durant's comments about the 2017 Warriors, sparking a wave of reactions from NBA figures.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Two NBA stars have traded barbs over the 2017 Golden State Warriors. Kevin Durant's comments about the team's MVP candidates have drawn a response from Klay Thompson. Durant suggested that Thompson was never an MVP candidate.

Thompson objected to being used in Durant's comparison with the Philadelphia 76ers. Draymond Green also weighed in on Durant's comments, which were made during a podcast. The exchange has drawn attention from several NBA figures and fans.

The 2017 Warriors, known for their dominant season, are a frequent topic of discussion. The team featured several All-Stars, including Durant, Thompson, and Stephen Curry. The reactions underscore the ongoing interest in the legacy of that team and the individual accomplishments of its players.

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What did Kevin Durant say about the 2017 Warriors?

Durant made comments suggesting that Klay Thompson was never an MVP candidate during their time with the Warriors.

How did Klay Thompson respond?

Thompson objected to being used in Durant's comparison with the Philadelphia 76ers.

Who else has reacted to Durant's comments?

Draymond Green also commented on Durant's remarks during a podcast.

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