August 31, 2025 • 23 mins
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 basketball
24:35 Wrap
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