Celebrities! They're just like us! In this case, it's Klay Thompson — one of the NBA's superstars, who plays as a shooting guard for the Golden State Warriors.
When asked what his pre-game day looks like, he demurred: "I don't wanna give away all my secrets," Thompson told the press, before stating that his ritual is mostly avoiding basketball. Don't worry, Klay — we've been doing that for most of our lives, and we've never even been approached by the NBA.
"Before I even start my day, I just go jump in my 65 degree pool to wake myself up, and I’m so lucky to even have a pool. And then I just play with Rocco [his dog], I play maybe some Nintendo and I just try to not watch basketball or basketball media, because that’s how I clear my mind, just doing other things that occupy my time that are fun, and I have to keep this routine going for the next series.”
Apparently, when pressed on which "Nintendo" he's been playing, he told the audience that he's got both ends of the spectrum covered:
...Still not really sure what game that is, but we're just glad he's having fun.
We might not be able to take you in the courts, Klay, but hit us up if you ever want to visit our Animal Crossing: New Horizons island.
[source nbcsports.com]
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His hobbies also seem to include origami.
Hey Nintendo! When are we getting a new Mario basketball game?
Always liked Klay, and it's no wonder as he sounds like a surprisingly humble guy for a big sports celebrity.
I think there's a lot to what he does, like simply not trying to overthink what you need to do. I have always found games to be a great way to just clear my head in a sense as well, focusing on something for a while so I'm not having anxiety over something else. I think when it comes to daunting tasks that can be especially helpful.
@WeLiveInASociety Mario Hoops 3-on-3 is an amazing game for Nintendo DS. If you have access to a DS I highly recommend you play it. I think it's also available on the Wii U Virtual Console.
@JayJ even in this short clip, he seems very sweet!
Can’t argue with the results. Good for Klay. As a Raptors fan looking at the 3 teams left in the Playoffs, I hope him, Steph and Kerr get another ring (even if it means Lowry is denied another).
@Kevember I have a 2DS but I haven’t seen that game anywhere, so I feel like it might be pretty expensive.
@WeLiveInASociety You can get it on eBay for as low as $20 or even cheaper if you don't need the box and manuals.
Since Mario Strikers (Soccer) is releasing soon... I'm ready for a new Mario Superstar Sluggers (Baseball) & Mario 3-On-3 (Basketball) on Switch! Very underrated arcade sports series that deserve new entries. Nintendo get (or get somebody) on it!
... Wun can only hope.
@Kevember Oh ok, good to know. I’m currently in the process of trying to get a New 3DS XL for a good price and I know you can get the Japanese version cheaper but people on eBay who keep jacking up the price on the auction ones are really pissing me off.
@Kevember It is available on the Wii U Virtual Console, I just got it this week. That and Mario Sports Mix on the Wii (also available on the Wii U eShop) are the only Mario Basketball games.
I wouldn't mind a new Mario Basketball on Switch.
@WeLiveInASociety
I would like to imagine Mario Hoops will make a comeback sometime within the Switch's lifecycle. We're already got Mario Tennis, Mario Golf, and Mario Strikers (Football/Soccer). It feels like a matter of time before they revive the basketball scene again.
@ModdedInkling I wonder what’s next, Mario Bowling? Mario Vaulting? MARIO CHESS?
Klay is one of my favorite personalities in the NBA. I love his demeanor and game 6 Klay is elite.
@SteamEngenius I literally laughed out loud, thank you for this
As everyone is saying, Klay has got to be one of the most enjoyable players in the NBA right now. He is always living in the shadow of Curry, but is key to the Warrior's success. You never see him begging for the spotlight, he's just always low-key and does his job well. Glad to hear that Thompson is a Nintendo fan and congrats on the 6th finals appearance!
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