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Former professional basketball player and two-time NBA Champion Mychal Thompson knows a thing or two about longevity in the league. Father of current Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson, he believes that any player can play into their 40s if they do one thing: take care of their bodies. Klay has suffered a variety of […]

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson has yet to resume basketball activities, according to his father. Mychal Thompson revealed the extent of Klay’s rehab from a torn Achilles tendon during an interview with NBC Sports Bay Area’s Kerith Burke, which is scheduled to air Sunday: “All that [Klay] can do right now is just pool […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers’ crazy week of basketball continues on Friday night against the Memphis Grizzlies, but Mychal Thompson had one simple request for the team. Awright Lakers I wanna get home at a reasonable time tonight,OK…So NO overtime game tonight,pleez… — Mychal Thompson (@champagnennuts) February 13, 2021 The Lakers have played […]

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson will not take the NBA floor for the second straight season. Yet, that has not hindered the five-time All-Star from being the coolest man in the NBA. On Twitter, Thompson proved just that with a mean tweet to no less than his father, Mychal Thompson. This came after the […]

Two-time NBA champ Mychal Thompson has provided a timely update on the status of his son, Klay Thompson, regarding his road to recovery for the Golden State Warriors. According to his dad, the Warriors star has grown frustrated in recent weeks. The fact that Thompson has been unable to practice with his teammates appears to […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers big man Mychal Thompson has weighed in on the MVP debate for the season. According to Thompson, who also happens to be the father of Golden State Warriors star Klay, he believes that it is LeBron James who should win the trophy over Milwaukee Bucks reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. “Giannis is […]

Mychal Thompson, Los Angeles Lakers great and father of Golden State Warriors sharpshooter Klay Thompson, has backtracked from his earlier declaration that the Purple and Gold should be crowned champions if the 2019-20 season is canceled altogether. Speaking to Mark Medina of USA Today, Thompson explained that he wasn’t actually serious with his earlier statement. […]

Being one of the most storied franchises in NBA history, the Los Angeles Lakers have had their fair share of great teams over the years. The Lakers have won 16 NBA titles in their illustrious history, all of which were achieved by some of the most formidable lineups basketball has ever seen. This year’s side […]

It has been nearly 10 months since Klay Thompson was last on the court, lacing them up in the 2019 NBA Finals. His father, Mychal Thompson, gave an update on the Golden State Warriors sharpshooter’s condition after tearing his left ACL. Mychal went on Joe, Lo & Dibs on 95.7 The Game to discuss how […]

Mychal Thompson, father of Golden State Warriors star guard Klay Thompson, believes the Los Angeles Lakers should be champions if the 2019-20 season is canceled altogether because of the coronavirus pandemic. Mychal played and won two rings with the Lakers back in the day. He also does radio for them now. Hmmm…So…IF the season duznt […]

Klay Thompson’s dad, Mychal Thompson, predicts that the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors will meet in the 2020 Western Conference Finals. The Lakers acquired superstar big man Anthony Davis this summer, giving LeBron James the second star he needs to contend for a championship. Los Angeles also signed Danny Green, Jared Dudley, Quinn […]

Klay Thompson’s father, Mychal Thompson, has a bright outlook on his son’s potential to return during the 2019-20 season. The Golden State Warriors shooting guard suffered a torn ACL in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, but did not undergo surgery until July 2, which would likely push his timeline to return until December or […]

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson’s dad, Mychal, says Stephen Curry is “going to have 500 3’s” in 2019-20. Curry will be playing without Kevin Durant for the first time in three years. The two-time MVP will also be without Klay for majority of the season, as the All-Star guard will be recovering from […]

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson is set to be a free agent this summer, but the general consensus has always been that he will re-sign with the Warriors. Well, his father, former NBA player Mychal Thompson, didn’t mince any words when he was asked about Klay’s free agency, saying that there is “no question” […]

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson’s viral reaction to not making the All-NBA team was as raw a footage as one can come across when it comes to missing out on a large chunk of pay. The Warriors shooting guard narrowly missed the cut for an All-NBA selection, shaving a potential $30 million extra from […]

Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson didn’t make an All-NBA Team this season and so was made ineligible on a super max contract when he hits free agency this summer. However, his father Mychal Thompson says it’s okay. Thompson lost a shot at an extra $31 million in his next contract. He would have gotten […]

Mychal Thompson, a teammate of Los Angeles Lakers star James Worthy in the 1980s, knows what Klay Thompson is going through. In an article by Tim Kawakami of The Athletic, Mychal Thompson spoke about Klay Thompson in a particular way — not as a father of a son who is playing for a third straight […]

As long as the Golden State Warriors want Klay Thompson, he will be happy to stay. That’s according to his father Mychal Thompson who reiterated that Klay is satisfied with how things are in the Bay. Speaking to Tim Kawakami of The Ahletic, Mychal hasn’t changed his stance about his son re-signing with the Warriors. […]

Even though the NBA playoffs are still in full swing, fans can’t help but look at next season’s free agents as they envision their teams landing a superstar. Los Angeles Lakers legend Mychal Thompson was forced to dodge some awkward inquisitions when questions over where his son, Golden State Warriors sharpshooter Klay Thompson, would sign […]

Former NBA player Mychal Thompson doesn’t see his son, Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson, joining the Los Angeles Lakers this summer in free agency. Klay becomes an unrestricted free agent this summer. Mychal played for the Lakers for five seasons and says Laker fans are always coming up to him to tell him […]

As the Boston Celtics arrive at Staples Center to face the Los Angeles Lakers, Purple and Gold legend Mychal Thompson didn’t seem to be very welcoming of the team’s visitors. Friggin Celtics are here…WHO invited THEM? — Mychal Thompson (@champagnennuts) March 9, 2019 The Celtics are in the middle of a four-game California trip, which […]

Following Houston Rockets superstar James Harden’s 61-point eruption against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, former NBA player Mychal Thompson had this to say on Twitter. 61 points in Madison Square GARDEN? Just rename it Madison Square HARDEN…Geez… — Mychal Thompson (@champagnennuts) January 24, 2019 Harden was unstoppable against the Knicks, shooting 17-of-38 […]

Mychal Thompson, father of Golden State Warriors sharpshooter Klay Thompson, has again given us a hint on how the Dubs are going to stack up next season. According to the retired two-time NBA champ, not only is his son, Klay, going to sign a new deal with the Warriors, but so will back-to-back Finals MVP […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are widely expected to pursue Klay Thompson in 2019, and the Golden State Warriors shooter’s dad, Mychal Thompson, believes his son will be a better fit next to LeBron James than Kawhi Leonard. Thompson is under contract through the 2018-19 season and will become an unrestricted free agent in the summer […]

Here are two facts about former Los Angeles Lakers forward Mychal Thompson: he is the father of Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson and is a proud lover of Andre Iguodala’s arms. All Men shud hav Andre Iguadola Arms — Mychal Thompson (@champagnennuts) August 24, 2018 Now that we have nourished your knowledge with […]

Mychal Thompson, the father of Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson, has recently quelled the rumors pertaining to his son’s imminent exit from the Bay Area. According to Mychal, unlike the 1990’s Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls, the Warriors will not be breaking up anytime soon. Klay will see his current deal expire after next season, […]

With just a year remaining on his current deal and no firm talks of an extension in place, rumors about Klay Thompson’s future with the Golden State Warriors continue to be in limbo. However, it appears that his father, Mychal Thompson, has some insider knowledge on his son’s future plans. Recently speaking to Scott Ostler […]

Klay Thompson is already regarded as one of the top guys at his position in the entire NBA. The Golden State Warriors star can shoot the lights out with the best of them while being able to defend multiple positions. But for Mychal Thompson, his sharpshooting offspring still has room to improve and he wants […]

Some Los Angeles Lakers fans are having a hard time coming to grips with the fact that LeBron James will be donning the purple and gold this season. The polarizing superstar will spend the next four years in Los Angeles so Lakers fans will have to get used to him. Showtime Laker Mychal Thompson may […]

Kobe Bryant is beloved in Los Angeles and that is unlikely to ever change. From the outside looking in, many fans can’t seem to understand Kobe Bryant is held in such high regard by Lakers fans. Even after LeBron James signed with the Lakers, diehard Kobe fans aren’t willing to let him into the fold […]

As with any big-time signing, the list of concerns has started to pile up for the Golden State Warriors, after agreeing to bring in center DeMarcus Cousins on a one-year deal for a $5.3 million mid-level exception. The health concerns after a torn Achilles injury, the poor image, the turnovers and high shot count — […]

An edited photo of Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson donning a Los Angeles Lakers jersey has surfaced online and his father Mychal Thompson sent out a reaction. That duz look nice — Mychal Thompson (@champagnennuts) June 18, 2018 The elder Thompson, of course, played five seasons with the Lakers and was a key part […]

A mysterious Klay Thompson recovery was perhaps the Golden State Warriors’ best kept secret after escaping Game 1 with an overtime victory and landing strong in Game 2 with their four All-Stars ready to take the floor. Thompson had hurt his ankle early in the game, being undercut by a slipping J.R. Smith, who was […]

Klay Thompson is the first of three Golden State Warriors All-Stars awaiting a new deal in the future, with only one year remaining on his four-year, $69 million deal. Yet despite the rumors surrounding talks between him and the organization for a possible contract extension, the two sides are likely to pick up the conversation […]

The injury bug has been merciless this season, hitting players hard since the very first games of the 2017-18 campaign. No one has been safe from what seems like the angry basketball gods’ cruel desire to see teams fight through tough adversity almost randomly. Some of the most gruesome falls have happened to stars and […]

Kevin Durant is widely regarded as one of the best players in the NBA. In fact, he is often in competition with LeBron James for being the league’s best player. Unlike most of the NBA’s top talents, Durant is the league’s most lethal scorer. With his intimidating length and quickness, Durant can score in a […]

If the NBA ever happens to be worried about any dads following in the footsteps of Big Baller Brand founder LaVar Ball in the future, the league shouldn’t have to worry about former Los Angeles Lakers legend Mychal Thompson. In a recent interview with Bay Area radio station 95.7 The Game, Mychal opened up about how […]

Following rampant rumors of Paul George attempting to recruit Golden State Warriors marksman Klay Thompson for a potential future with the Los Angeles Lakers, his father, former Laker Mychal Thompson shut down the rumors with only a few sentences. “Its always been a dream of mine,” Thompson told Mike Trudell of Lakers.com via Donald Green of […]

Being a father of an NBA player, Mychal Thompson understands his role in the life and career of his son, Klay Thompson. Despite having the role of color commentator for the Los Angeles Lakers, and having the opportunity to speak regularly about the game, the older Thompson refrains from commenting a lot about the Golden […]