Klay watch thread (and our first DNHQ merch!)

Klay Thompson is expected to play tomorrow, which means the first inklings will come today

Like a kid on Christmas eve, I know I’m not the only member of Dub Nation that is eagerly looking forward to tomorrow. Though nothing is guaranteed, all indications are pointing towards Klay Thompson’s long-awaited return to the basketball courts tomorrow.

Yesterday, the man with all the inside info Woj bombed this gem, saying in part: “All signs... continue to point towards Sunday for the return of Klay Thompson.”

𝙏𝙖𝙡𝙠𝙞𝙣’ 𝙉𝘽𝘼 🗣️ @_Talkin_NBA

Per Woj, it's looking more likely that Klay Thompson will play in his first NBA game in 941 days this Sunday. Let's go! 🙌 #DubNation

With ticket prices soaring through the roof, it’s no secret that Thompson’s return will be a seminal moment in Warriors lore.

Because of the NBA rules regarding how teams report injuries and availability, the Warriors will have to provide some sort of indication no later than 5pm today - when the team has to submit their injury report to the league.

But given the amount of attention here, I wouldn’t be surprised if there’s some form of official announcement ahead of the mandatory NBA notification. It looks like the leaks are already coming out:

Shams Charania @ShamsCharania

Warriors All-Star Klay Thompson is expected to return Sunday vs. Cleveland at Chase Center, sources tell me and @anthonyVslater. Final clearance and announcement anticipated from Golden State and Thompson on Saturday.

theathletic.comWarriors’ Klay Thompson expected to make season debut on Sunday vs. Cavs: SourcesSunday will mark exactly 941 days since the three-time champion played in an NBA game, after missing two consecutive seasons with ACL and Achilles tears.

Also, as a heartfelt thank you to our subscribers, I’ve heard your requests and made the cover image of Klay available for purchase as a t-shirt. Pick your size, pick your color even!

We won’t paywall all of our merchandise, but for this special first release, you’ve got to be a subscriber.