Klay Thompson Reveals Greatest Shooters Ever, Warriors Dynasty & Why Mavericks Can Contend

Klay Thompson Reveals Greatest Shooters Ever, Warriors Dynasty & Why Mavericks Can Contend

Published on Aug 31
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Showtime Podcast with Michael Cooper - 5x NBA Lakers Champion
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Klay Thompson, 4x NBA Champion, Splash Brother, and son of Lakers great Mychal Thompson, joins Michael “Coop” Cooper on Showtime w/ Coop. Klay reflects on growing up around the Lakers, Kobe’s influence, the Warriors’ first championship, the rise of the Splash Brothers, practice battles, playing with Kyrie Irving, and adjusting to his new chapter with the Dallas Mavericks. Plus — his Top-5 shooters now and all-time, BIG3 League thoughts, and why fishing is 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 basketb...