Klay Thompson returned home to the Bay Area, but it’s still Stephen Curry’s home.

The big love for Klay Thompson was there from the moment he literally walked through the doors of Chase Center on Tuesday night: His walk from the team bus to the locker room was filled with fans waving Captain Klay’s sailor caps and encouraging him. Thompson, a four-time champion with the Warriors, felt nothing but the unconditional love of Warriors fans during his performance and video tribute.

Once the game started, it didn’t take long for Thompson to remind fans that he can still shoot the rock: Thompson finished the night with a season-high 22 points and six 3-pointers. After the first one, he even gave a little Curry move that made the man shake his head.

Dallas had played well all season and had a seven-point lead with four minutes left in the game, led by a 31-point, eight-rebound performance from Luka Doncic (who was 2-for-10 from 3).

That’s when Stephen Wardell Curry took over. Curry scored the Warriors’ final 12 points, including a layup to give his team the lead.

And a three-pointer over the long arms of Derrek Lively that turned out to be the dagger.

The Warriors won thanks to 37 from Curry and a balanced attack that included 16 off the bench from Jonathan Kuminga. The Warriors focused on depth and defense to replace what Thompson brought to the roster, and that depth once again prevailed.

The Mavericks have lost three straight games by a total of six points. Thompson scored points but was a -3 on the night.

After all was said and done, Thompson said the night was something he will never forget.

The Warriors feel the same and will take the victory.