The Golden State Warriors have announced their plans to retire Klay Thompson's No. 11 jersey, following his departure from the team after 13 years and four NBA titles. Thompson's tenure with the Warriors came to an end when he was part of a sign-and-trade deal that sent him to the Dallas Mavericks as part of a three-team trade.

In a statement released by the Warriors, they expressed their appreciation for Thompson's incredible contributions to the team throughout his career. They highlighted his impressive achievements, including four NBA championships, six trips to the NBA Finals, and five NBA All-Star Game appearances. Thompson also holds several NBA records, including the most points ever scored in a quarter (37) and the most 3-point field goals in a game (14).

The Warriors emphasized the joy and happiness that Thompson brought to fans, both locally and around the world, and acknowledged his ability to perform under pressure on the biggest stages. They stated that Thompson's legacy will live on forever, and they look forward to the day they can retire his iconic No. 11 jersey at the Chase Center.

Steph Curry, Thompson's long-time backcourt partner, took to Instagram to bid farewell to his teammate. Curry expressed his gratitude for the incredible journey they had together and praised Thompson for his impact on the game and the Bay Area community. He referred to Thompson as "Killa Klay" and thanked him for everything he contributed to the team. Curry concluded by stating that they will always be the "Splash Bros" and wished Thompson success in his future endeavors.

Thompson, who was drafted as the No. 11 overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, played a significant role in shaping the Warriors' success and is considered one of the best players in franchise history. However, tensions between Thompson and the team arose last season, with reports of minimal communication and a perceived lack of interest from the Warriors in reuniting with him.

Now, Thompson will join the Dallas Mavericks, a team that made it to the NBA Finals last season. Despite not being the same player he once was, Thompson remains an elite 3-point threat and is expected to excel alongside Mavericks' star player Luka Doncic.

As Thompson begins his new chapter in Dallas, the Warriors bid him farewell and express gratitude for his contributions. Meanwhile, fans eagerly await the day when Thompson's No. 11 jersey will hang alongside the other Warriors immortals at the Chase Center, symbolizing his lasting impact on the franchise.