Career Timeline of Klay Thompson: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Klay Thompson built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Klay Thompson is an American professional basketball player renowned for his exceptional three-point shooting ability. A key member of the Golden State Warriors for 13 seasons and part of the dynamic "Splash Brothers" duo, he contributed significantly to their success. His accolades include four NBA championships, five All-Star selections, two All-NBA Third Team honors, and an NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection. Thompson has also achieved international success, winning gold medals with the United States national team at the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. He recently signed with the Dallas Mavericks.
6 hours ago : Klay Thompson Loses His Dog Rocco: A Heartbreaking Loss for the Star
Klay Thompson, the former Warriors star, is mourning the death of his beloved dog Rocco, who passed away at the age of 13. Rocco was Thompson's loyal companion since his rookie year, and his loss has been met with an outpouring of support from NBA fans.
March 26, 1974: Rick Barry's performance
On December 5, 2016, Klay Thompson scored a career-high 60 points, the highest-scoring output by a Warriors player in more than 42 years, since Rick Barry scored 64 on March 26, 1974.
1975: NBA Championship since 1975
In 2015, Klay Thompson helped lead the Warriors to their first NBA championship since 1975.
2009: Thompson wins gold at FIBA Under-19 World Championship
In 2009, Thompson won gold on the Under-19 United States national team at the FIBA Under-19 World Championship.
2011: Declared for the NBA draft
In 2011, Klay Thompson declared for the NBA draft after his junior season, being selected 11th overall by the Golden State Warriors.
2011: Drafted by Golden State Warriors
In 2011, Klay Thompson was selected in the first round of the NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors with the 11th overall pick.
February 2012: Improved performance after All-Star snub
In February 2012, following his non-selection for the NBA All-Star Weekend Rising Stars Challenge, Klay Thompson improved his performance in all statistical areas.
March 13, 2012: Ellis Traded to Bucks
On March 13, 2012, the Warriors traded Ellis to the Milwaukee Bucks.
March 2012: Warriors trade Monta Ellis
In March 2012, the Warriors traded starter Monta Ellis, after drafting Klay Thompson in 2011.
January 29, 2013: Season-High points against Cleveland Cavaliers
On January 29, 2013, Klay Thompson scored a season-high 32 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
May 8, 2013: Playoff Career-High points against San Antonio
On May 8, 2013, Klay Thompson recorded a playoff career-high 34 points against San Antonio, hitting 8-of-9 three-pointers, to go along with a career-high 14 rebounds.
October 31, 2014: Signed Four-Year Contract Extension
On October 31, 2014, Klay Thompson signed a four-year contract extension with the Warriors.
2014: NBA record for combined threes
In 2014, Klay Thompson and Curry set an NBA record for 484 combined threes on the season.
2014: Set NBA Record
In 2014, Klay Thompson and teammate Stephen Curry set an NBA record with 484 combined three-pointers in a season, earning them the nickname "the Splash Brothers."
2014: Thompson wins gold at FIBA Basketball World Cup
In 2014, Thompson won a gold medal as a member of the United States national team at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.
January 23, 2015: Scored a Career-High 52 Points
On January 23, 2015, Klay Thompson scored a career-high 52 points, with 11 three-pointers, in a 126–101 victory over the Sacramento Kings. In the third quarter of that game, he scored an NBA-record 37 points for a single quarter.
January 29, 2015: Named Western Conference All-Star
On January 29, 2015, Klay Thompson was named a reserve for the 2015 Western Conference All-Star team for the first time in his career.
March 8, 2015: Passed coach Steve Kerr on NBA's all-time list
On March 8, 2015, Klay Thompson passed coach Steve Kerr on the NBA's all-time list.
2015: Won First NBA Championship
In 2015, Klay Thompson helped lead the Warriors to their first NBA championship since 1975.
2015: Shot 36% from 3-point range
Klay Thompson opened the first seven games of the 2015–16 season shooting only 13-of-36 from 3-point range (36 percent).
December 5, 2016: Scored a Career-High 60 Points
On December 5, 2016, Klay Thompson scored a career-high 60 points in 29 minutes over just three quarters in a 142–106 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
2016: First Player in NBA History to Make Seven Three-Pointers in Consecutive Playoff Games
In 2016, Klay Thompson became the first player in NBA history to make at least seven three-pointers in consecutive playoff games.
2016: Won a Record
In 2016, Klay Thompson helped the Warriors win a record 73 games.
2016: Won Three-Point Contest
In 2016, Klay Thompson was named a Western Conference All-Star reserve for the 2016 NBA All-Star Game and competed in the All-Star Weekend's Three-Point Contest, winning the event.
2016: Won gold medal at the Olympics
In 2016, Klay Thompson won a gold medal with the United States national team at the Olympics.
2016: Signing deal with Anta
In 2016, Thompson signed a 10-year deal with Chinese shoe company Anta, becoming one of the few NBA players sponsored by a Chinese shoe company. This deal marked a significant endorsement agreement for Thompson.
2016: Thompson wins Olympic gold
In 2016, Thompson won a gold medal as a member of the United States Olympic team.
April 4, 2017: Scored 41 Points Against Timberwolves
On April 4, 2017, Klay Thompson scored 41 points in a 121–107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking his 10th career 40-point game.
October 2017: Fundraising for Northern California Wildfires Relief
In late October 2017, Thompson donated $1,000 for every point he scored in home games against the Washington Wizards, Toronto Raptors, and Detroit Pistons to raise money for relief for the October 2017 Northern California wildfires. With additional sponsor and fan matching, Thompson was able to raise $360,374.
October 29, 2017: Thompson eclipses 9,000 career points
On October 29, 2017, Klay Thompson scored 29 points in a game against the Detroit Pistons, reaching 9,000 career points and becoming the eleventh player in franchise history to do so.
December 20, 2017: Thompson scores 29 points against the Grizzlies
On December 20, 2017, Klay Thompson scored 27 of his 29 points in the first half of a game against the Memphis Grizzlies, making his first nine field goals.
December 27, 2017: Thompson ties for third with Dana Barros
On December 27, 2017, Klay Thompson tied Dana Barros for third with 89 consecutive games with a three-pointer, in a game against the Utah Jazz.
2017: NBA Title
In 2017, Klay Thompson and the Warriors avenged their 2016 finals loss, winning the NBA title.
2017: Warriors win NBA Championship
In 2017, Klay Thompson's strong defense helped the Warriors reach their third straight NBA Finals and win their second championship in three years, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-1. The Warriors' 16-1 playoff record was the best in NBA history.
January 17, 2018: Thompson scores 38 points against the Bulls
On January 17, 2018, Klay Thompson scored 38 points in a game against the Chicago Bulls.
February 22, 2018: Thompson earns tenth place on the franchise's career scoring list
On February 22, 2018, Klay Thompson surpassed Joe Barry Carroll to earn tenth place on the Warriors' franchise's career scoring list, also becoming the tenth Warrior to reach 10,000 regular season career points in a game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
March 31, 2018: Thompson scores 25 points after returning from injury
On March 31, 2018, Klay Thompson scored 25 points in a game against the Sacramento Kings, following an eight-game absence due to a broken right thumb.
April 5, 2018: Thompson moves past Tim Hardaway
On April 5, 2018, Klay Thompson moved past Tim Hardaway for 25th on the league's career list for 3-pointers in a game against the Indiana Pacers.
October 29, 2018: Thompson sets NBA record with 14 three-pointers
On October 29, 2018, Klay Thompson set an NBA record by hitting 14 three-pointers in a game against the Chicago Bulls, breaking Stephen Curry's previous record of 13. He scored 52 points in 27 minutes.
2018: NBA Title
In 2018, Klay Thompson and the Warriors avenged their 2016 finals loss, winning the NBA title.
July 1, 2019: Thompson agrees to five-year contract with Warriors
On July 1, 2019, Klay Thompson agreed to a five-year, $190 million maximum contract with the Warriors.
2019: Tore ACL
In 2019, Klay Thompson helped the Warriors reach their fifth straight Finals, where he suffered a torn ACL late in the series.
2019: Warriors lose NBA Finals series
In 2019, Klay Thompson tore his ACL in Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Toronto Raptors, leading to the Warriors losing the game and the series.
September 2020: Thompson returns to practice
Klay Thompson returned to practice with the Warriors in September 2020.
November 28, 2021: Thompson assigned to Santa Cruz Warriors
On November 28, 2021, Klay Thompson was assigned to the Santa Cruz Warriors, the Golden State's NBA G League affiliate, for rehab purposes.
2021: Returned from Injury
After missing over two and a half years of play due to injury, Klay Thompson returned in the middle of the 2021–22 season.
January 8, 2022: Thompson announces return to court
On January 8, 2022, Klay Thompson announced that he would make his return to the court on January 9 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
2022: Father-Son NBA Champions
In 2022, Gary Payton and Gary Payton II became the newest father and son to win the title, the latter of whom was Klay's teammate. This is similar to when Thompson and his father became the fourth father-son duo to win an NBA title in 2015.
2022: Thompson passes Ray Allen for third on NBA playoffs all-time three-pointers list
In 2022, during Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs, Klay Thompson passed Ray Allen for third on the NBA playoffs all-time three-pointers list.
2022: Thompson scores season-high 41 points against Rockets
On November 20, 2022, Klay Thompson scored a then season-high 41 points against the Houston Rockets. On December 10, 2022, Thompson scored a game-high 34 points against the Boston Celtics.
January 2, 2023: Thompson scores season-high 54 points
On January 2, 2023, Klay Thompson scored a season-high 54 points in a double overtime victory against the Atlanta Hawks.
October 29, 2023: Thompson surpasses Jamal Crawford for tenth on all-time career three-pointers list
On October 29, 2023, Klay Thompson surpassed Jamal Crawford for tenth on the all-time career three-pointers list in a game against the Houston Rockets.
February 15, 2024: Thompson comes off the bench for first time since March 11, 2012
On February 15, 2024, Klay Thompson came off the bench for the first time since March 11, 2012, and scored a season-high 35 points, surpassing 15,000 points in his career.
July 6, 2024: Thompson traded to the Dallas Mavericks
On July 6, 2024, Klay Thompson was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in a six-team sign and trade.
March 29, 2025: Thompson records his 200th three-pointer of the season
On March 29, 2025, Klay Thompson recorded his 200th three-pointer of the season. He joined Stephen Curry as the only players in NBA history to record at least 10 seasons with at least 200 three-pointers made.
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