Last Updated on April 26, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s a detailed profile of basketballer Klay Thompson:

  • Nationality: United States
  • Age: Born February 8, 1990
  • Hometown: Los Angeles, California
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 meters)
  • Weight: 215 pounds (98 kilograms)
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: Anta KT 9, Anta KT8, Anta KT7, Anta KT6, Anta KT5, Anta KT4, Anta KT3, Anta KT2, Anta KT1
  • Jersey Number: 11 (Golden State Warriors), 31 (Dallas Mavericks)
  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • High School: Santa Margarita Catholic High School
  • College: Washington State Cougars (Washington State University)
  • Draft: 2011, 1st round (11th pick overall) by the Golden State Warriors
  • Player Archetype: Elite off-ball sharpshooter / movement shooter
  • Primary Offensive Role: Spot-up and off-screen perimeter scorer
  • Defensive Role: Perimeter stopper on opposing guards/wings
  • Play Style: High-volume catch-and-shoot threat with constant off-ball relocation; thrives in structured motion offense
  • Handedness / Shooting Hand: Right
  • Athletic Profile: Strong frame, good lateral mobility, elite shooting mechanics; not reliant on burst or vertical explosiveness
  • Recruiting Status: 3-star recruit
  • Draft Status Detail: Declared after junior season; lottery pick with elite shooting projection
  • Injury Status Category: Career-Altering Injuries — suffered ACL (2019) and Achilles (2020) tears, significantly impacting prime years but returned to high-level play
  • Career Stage: Late prime / veteran contributor
  • Comparison Style: Off-ball shooting specialist with two-way capability
  • Comparable Players:
    • Reggie Miller — elite off-ball shooting and movement gravity
    • Ray Allen — textbook shooting form and off-screen scoring
    • Desmond Bane — modern high-efficiency perimeter scorer
    • Joe Harris — catch-and-shoot specialist role
  • Teams Played For:
    • Golden State Warriors (2011–2024)
    • Dallas Mavericks (2024–present)
  • Rings: 4 NBA Championships (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022)
  • 2K Rating: 91 all-time Golden State Warriors, 82 Dallas Mavericks (2023-24)
  • Parents: Mychal Thompson (former NBA player), Julie Thompson
  • Children: N/A
  • Siblings: Mychel Thompson, Trayce Thompson
  • Athlete Relatives: Mychal Thompson (father, NBA), Trayce Thompson (MLB)
  • Endorsements: $21M – Anta Sports Group, Body Armor, Panini (2023-24)

Klay Thompson’s player archetype is a prototype elite off-ball sharpshooter, anchoring offenses through constant movement and instant-release perimeter scoring while maintaining a strong defensive role as a disciplined perimeter stopper. Offensively, he operates primarily as a catch-and-shoot weapon within motion systems, leveraging his size (6’6”, solid frame) and textbook mechanics to generate efficient scoring without needing on-ball creation. His play style is defined by relocation, screening reads, and shot readiness, making him one of the most scalable high-volume shooters of his era while still contributing solid positional defense.

Notes:

  • Klay Thompson also wore several Player Edition shoes, including Anta KT4 grey and yellow, Anta KT3 white with black spots, Anta KT2 Nautical.
  • Klay Thompson signed a 10-year shoe deal with Anta, reportedly for 8 million per year.
  • Klay Thompson wasn’t the same player during the 2023-24 season. He chose to leave for the Mavericks the following offseason.

Player Insights

Player Updates (February 11, 2025):
Klay Thompson remains widely regarded as one of the greatest shooters in NBA history. Ahead of his age-34 season, the Golden State Warriors opted not to offer him a new contract, leading to his signing with the Dallas Mavericks. The move positions Thompson within a roster viewed by many analysts as a legitimate contender for the 2024–25 NBA season. However, the team’s outlook has been complicated by a recent injury to Anthony Davis, who is undergoing further evaluation to determine whether surgery and an extended absence will be required.

Sources:
Basketball Reference — Klay Thompson Stats
NBA — Klay Thompson Bio
ESPN — Klay Thompson Player Profile