where is clay thompson from
Thompson, born in Los Angeles, is the son of Mychal Thompson, born in Nassau, Bahamas and who came to the United States in his younger years. Mychal Thompson was a basketball player and first overall pick of the 1978 NBA draft. He played for Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Thompson declared for, and opted to remain in, the 2011 NBA draft after his junior season. He was selected 11th overall by the Golden State Warriors. This pick of a guard prompted speculation that the Warriors would trade starting guard Monta Ellis.