Klay Thompson

Klay Alexander Thompson ( born February 8, 1990 in Los Angeles, California) is an American professional basketball player.

College

Thompson played a total of three years for the basketball team at Washington State University. 2010 and 2011 he was elected to the All- Pac -10 First Team, a selection of the best players in the Pacific Conference.

NBA

When NBA Draft 2011 Thompson was selected to 11 out of the Golden State Warriors. At the start of his rookie season, he came off the bench. After the starter set Monta Ellis is changed in the middle of the season, Thompson was appointed to the starting line-up for him. Right away, the Guard convinced as a reliable distance shooter. In his first year he scored 12.5 points per game and was the NBA All- Rookie First Team appointed.

In its second year, Thompson made ​​jointly with Stephen Curry one of the most dangerous backcourt in the league. Together they transformed 483 three-point throws, more than any other duo in the league. Thompson posted on May 8, 2013, against the San Antonio Spurs with 34 points and 14 rebounds each Karrierbestwerte. He hit 8 of his 9 three attempts. He finished the season improved from 16.6 points per game.

In the first match of the 2013-14 season, presented Thompson, at 125-94 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers with 38 points on a renewed Karrierrekord.

Personal

Klay Thompson is the son of former basketball player and no. 1 overall pick of the NBA Draft in 1978, Mychal Thompson. His older brother Mychel, played during the 2011-12 season for the Cleveland Cavaliers. His younger brother Trayce was selected when MLB Draft 2009 by the Chicago White Sox.

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