“Rocco’s Gonna Know You Cheated”: Klay Thompson and Co’s Special Arrival in Pacers Game Sends Fans Into Frenzy

The Golden State Warriors are ready to face the Indiana Pacers at home. Stephen Curry and Co. are looking for their second straight win tonight after dominating the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. The Warriors squad will be in a joyful spirit for tonight’s game as they received assistance to the arena from some adorable companions.

Klay Thompson and Co. pulled up to Chase Center in a unique way. Every Warriors star was accompanied by cute puppies from a local adoption Center. Several players, including Klay Thompson, Moses Moody, Jonathan Kuminga, and Andrew Wiggins, had a puppy with them, garnering warming reactions from fans.

NBA World reacts to Klay Thompson and Co.’s cute companions

The Warriors’ unique pre-game entry caught the NBA World’s attention, sending them into a frenzy. Fans had some hilarious and adorable reactions. After watching Klay Thompson enter the arena with a puppy, one fan hilariously claimed Klay’s 12-year-old pet dog Rocco would feel cheated when he returns home after the game. He wrote, “Oh my Klay! Rocco is gonna know you cheated on him!”

One of the fans even anticipated Rocco’s reactions to the proceedings, expressing the need for a video.

Another one of the spectators observed that Klay and Moody already looked bonded in their walk and the shooting guard might even consider taking them home.

Klay Thompson and Co.’s adorable entry even prompted a response from an user who stumbled by. “Do I need to become a basketball fan now?” 

Fans also appreciated the Warriors for their incredible initiative in raising awareness for pet adoption.

The initiative once again brought about Klay Thompson’s love for animals and his heartwarming relationship with Rocco that much of NBA world has cherished through years.

Klay Thompson’s adorable relationship with Rocco

After watching Klay entering the arena with another puppy, the Warriors pre-game show panel highlighted his relationship with his pet Rocco. They showed a picture of Klay and Rocco that the Warriors star posted on Instagram, “Rocco Dump, Man’s best friend.”

Klay has been known for sharing a frame with his dog often on social media. In fact, Rocco is a social media celebrity in his own right. The 12-year-old English bulldog has over 63 thousand followers on Instagram, where fans can find numerous heartwarming pictures of the Warriors’ shooting guard and Rocco together.

Klay adopted Rocco in 2012 during his rookie season, making him is the first pet the 4-time Champion has ever owned. In an interview with GQ Sports, Klay talked about his relationship with Rocco stating, “He is kind of a pest at times, but he is like the firstborn you know.” Klay claimed that Rocco will always have a special place in his heart and be in receival of unconditional love. In another gesture, Thompson sported his “Rocco” ANTA KT 9 shoes designed in tribute to the four legged companion. Having established that, one would only hope nothing comes in the way.

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