Klay Thompson is a professional basketball player who plays for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA as of February 2025. Thompson was selected as the 11th overall pick by the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the 2011 NBA Draft. Since being drafted, Thompson played for 13 seasons for the Golden State Warriors. During these 13 seasons, Thompson along with Stephen Curry led the Warriors to four NBA Championships. With the Warriors, Thompson averaged 19.6 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game. In February 2025, Klay Thompson was traded in a six-team trade, which ended him up with the Dallas Mavericks and Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.
In college, Klay played for Washington State, growing into an elite shooter. His four NBA Championships and the hard work behind each one of them are a testament to his successes. But while we know enough about him and his Father Mychal, there are also his brothers who have had their successes but have hardly been discussed.
Who is Mychel Thompson?
Mychel Thompson is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA and overseas. He was born on June 1, 1988, in Los Angeles, California. Mychel is famously known as the older brother of NBA superstar Klay Thompson.
Early Life
Thompson attended Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California where he played high school basketball. During his time at Santa Margarita Catholic High School, Thompson developed into a solid player and helped lead his team to a state championship during his senior year.
Joining Pepperdine
After finishing high school, Mychel went on to attend Pepperdine University where he played college basketball for four years. During his college career with the Pepperdine Waves men's basketball team from 2007 to 2011, Mychel averaged 11.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.1 steals per game while shooting around 40% from three-point range.
His Professional Career
Despite having a successful college career, Mychel wasn't selected in the NBA draft after graduating from Pepperdine. However, he did manage to earn himself some tryouts with various teams which led him to eventually sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers' G-League affiliate team called the Erie Bayhawks for their inaugural season back in 2011-12.
Who is Trayce Thompson?
Trayce Thompson is a professional baseball player who has made a name for himself in Major League Baseball (MLB).
His Early Life
Trayce was born on March 15th, 1991 in Ladera Heights, California. Thompson attended Santa Margarita Catholic High School where he excelled both as a basketball and baseball player. However, it wasn't until college that he decided to pursue baseball full-time when he received scholarship offers from Pepperdine University and UCLA.
Professional Career
Trayce Thompson plays the Outfielder position. After being drafted by the Chicago White Sox in 2009 as their second-round pick (61st overall), Trayce began making waves through Minor League Baseball before finally earning his spot on Chicago's roster. On August 3rd, 2015, he hit two home runs including one grand slam - becoming only the fourth Sox rookie ever to record seven RBIs or more in one game.
Over the years Trayce has been traded from team to team including stints with the Cubs, the Padres, and Oakland Athletics. However, it wasn't until signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers that he found some stability within MLB leagues again. As of October 2024, Trayce Thompson is a free agent.
Also read: Klay Thompson Parents
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FAQs on Klay Thompson
A. Mychel was born on the 1st of June, 1988. He is 36 years of age as of February 2025.
A. Mychel had a very brief stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He spent most of his time playing in the G-League.
A. Trayce Thompson was selected by the Chicago White Sox in the second round of the 2009 MLB Draft.
A. Trayce Thompson is a free agent. He last played for the Chicago White Sox in 2023.
