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<p><h2>Early Life and Family Background</h2></p>

<p><a href="/biography/klay-thompson">Klay Alexander Thompson</a> was born on February 8, 1990, in Los Angeles, California, to Julie and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mychal_Thompson">Mychal Thompson</a>. He comes from a biracial family with strong athletic roots. His father, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mychal_Thompson">Mychal Thompson</a>, was the first overall pick in the 1978 NBA Draft and played for the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers and Los Angeles Lakers. Klay has two brothers, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mychel_Thompson">Mychel</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trayce_Thompson">Trayce Thompson</a>. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mychel_Thompson">Mychel</a> briefly played in the NBA, while <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trayce_Thompson">Trayce</a> is a professional <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trayce_Thompson">baseball player</a>.</p>

<p><h2>Childhood and Education</h2></p>

<p>During his early childhood, Thompson's family moved to Lake Oswego, Oregon, where he attended local schools and formed a close friendship with future NBA <a href="/biography/kevin-love">star</a> <a href="/biography/kevin-love">Kevin Love</a>. Later, the family relocated to Ladera Ranch in California. There, Klay enrolled at Santa Margarita Catholic High School, where he began to make a name for himself in basketball.</p>

<p>At Santa Margarita, Thompson's basketball performance quickly gained attention. He set a school record by hitting seven three-pointers in a single game during a state championship contest. For his efforts, he received several accolades, including Division III State Player of the Year, League MVP, a spot on the First-Team Best in the West, and recognition as an EA Sports Second-Team All-American.</p>

<p><h2>College Career at Washington State University</h2></p>

<p>Following high school, Thompson attended Washington State University, where he solidified his reputation as a talented shooting guard. In his freshman year, he averaged 12.5 points per game and quickly became a key player on the team. Over his college career, he continued to improve and was named the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NCAA_Division_I_basketball_tournament_Most_Outstanding_Player">Most Outstanding Player</a> of the Great Alaska Shootout. Additionally, he became the third-fastest player in WSU history to score 1,000 points. He also made history by becoming the first Cougar to be named Pac-10 Player of the Week three times in a single season and was a nominee for the John R. Wooden Award.</p>

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<p><h2>NBA Career with the Golden State Warriors</h2></p>

<p>In the 2011 NBA Draft, Thompson was selected 11th overall by the Golden State Warriors. Although he was not chosen for the 2012 NBA All-Star Weekend Rising Stars Challenge, he made significant progress during his rookie season. His stats improved from an average of 7.6 to 12.5 points per game, with his rebounds rising from 1.6 to 2.8 and steals from 1.3 to 1.5 per game.</p>

<p>Thompson continued to develop his game during the 2012–2013 season, recording a then career-high 34 points and 14 rebounds in a game against the San Antonio Spurs. In the 2013–2014 season, he averaged 18.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. His breakout performance came in the 2014–2015 season when he scored a career-high 52 points, including 11 three-pointers in a single game, setting an NBA record for most points in a quarter with 37.</p>

<p><h2>Net Worth and Personal Qualities</h2></p>

<p>Thanks to his successful NBA career and endorsements, Klay Thompson has an estimated net worth of approximately $21.9 million. His annual salary has been reported at around $15.5 million. Widely regarded for his work ethic and competitive spirit, Thompson is known for his dedication both on and off the court.</p>

<p><h2>Personal Life</h2></p>

<p>As of now, Klay Thompson is not married and does not have any confirmed relationships. He was previously in a relationship with social media personality Hannah Stocking, though the couple eventually parted ways. While there were rumors linking him to <a href="/biography/karrueche-tran">actress</a> <a href="/biography/karrueche-tran">Karrueche Tran</a>, those claims were never confirmed publicly. Thompson tends to keep his personal life private and out of the spotlight.</p>

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