Mavs guard Klay Thompson — 4x NBA Champion, Splash Brother, and son of Lakers legend Mychal Thompson — sits down with Michael “Coop” Cooper on Showtime w/ Coop.
Klay opens up about his Lakers roots and Kobe Bryant’s influence, the Warriors’ first title run, and the rise of the Splash Brothers. He also dives into practice battles, teaming up with Kyrie Irving, and embracing his new chapter with the Dallas Mavericks. Plus — his Top-5 shooters today and all-time, thoughts on the BIG3 League, and why fishing remains his ultimate escape.
👇 Timestamps
00:00 Intro — Coop welcomes Klay
01:02 Early years: growing up around Kobe & the Lakers
03:12 Pre-dynasty Warriors & Mark Jackson’s influence
05:18 First ring & the 3-point revolution
07:34 Practice battles, brotherhood & championships
10:05 “Splash Brothers” nickname origin
12:06 Playing with Kyrie Irving & his leadership
15:15 Roster depth & Mavericks expectations
17:28 Top-5 shooters in today’s game
19:21 Top-5 shooters all-time
21:05 Big3 talk & 4-point shot
22:26 Fishing & life outside basketball
24:35 Wrap
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