Klay Thompson is better at catch-and-shoot 3s than anyone in NBA history | Signature Shots
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- čas přidán 23. 09. 2021
- Klay Thompson is one of the best 3-point shooters ever, but he's usually overshadowed by the best in that category - his Golden State Warriors teammate Steph Curry. One place even Curry can't match Thompson, though, is on catch-and-shoot 3s.
In this episode of Signature Shots, ESPN analyst Kirk Goldsberry looks at the elite skills - moving without the ball, footwork and shooting mechanics - that make Thompson the most prolific and efficient off-ball shooter in the NBA.
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43 points in just 4 dribbles is freaking insane.
That's Klay. The calm freaking beast.
every time Klay dribbles the ball he scores 10 points
I would have had 4 points in 43 dribbles
Right, it’s the same principle as having 200 yards receiving but your YAC is 15
Absolutely insane
@@mr.j4475 im dead haha
We need more of this type of content on ESPN.
Just appreciate what you get
Yes we do, but on these other skilled players like Klay. Not 43 segments about LeBron and AD
@@bigchillin4216. Agreed
@@bigchillin4216 Ikr
@@torinoconnor4296 yea but come on can we get a bit more?
This is why gsw dynasty is different from the others. They have a guy that can score 30 pts a game without dominating the ball on his hands.
30 points in a quarter....37 to be exact
I dont discredit steph and KD but Klay was a difference maker on that team. Change him to a ball dominant SG type and that team would be different.
@@joshuastoned4405 i mean nets doing the same thing with PG,SG,SF with KD but the different is their SG and PG are ball dominant so rarely see the rotation. gsw is better
He can literally fit on every team.
Honestly, all 3 of them are great off ball. KD doesn't need the ball in his hand all the time, just give it to him when you want a bucket. Klay is an amazing catch and shoot guy so he doesn't need the ball in his hand. And curry can play off ball too, but he's the point guard so he would need the ball to make passes and plaus
The Warriors really drafted the best catch-and-shoot AND the best all-time three point shooters.
Can’t wait for Klay to get back and the Splash Brothers to play together again
Cant forget Draymond. He’s really a key to this running smoothly with how he directs offence while carrying the defence on the other end. He knows his role isn’t to score and he just goes in and does what he needs to
@@gucciak-4740 that's why Draymond has the contract he has
And now we have Jordan Poole! As one person said "Poole party with the Splash Brothers"!
@@carolmiller5713 third splash brother!
The warriors drafted Ray Allen? When did Ray play with Thompson?
Klay is the most relatable NBA player. We all know a Klay in our lives lol
Or they try to be 😂😂😂
I don't know about that.
I do not know a Klay Thompson in my life.
@@markuskidd546 then it’s probably you…
So a guy whose father was himself a number one overall pick in the NBA, a guy who grew up rich and privileged (following in his father’s footsteps) is the most relatable player in the NBA?
LOL
Yeah, we all know someone like that… 😆😂🤣
I really miss seeing both Steph and Klay on the court together.
12 MORE DAYS
@@delcastilloian actually till around Christmas, Klay is still rehabbing he'll miss at least the first 20 games of the season
@@Rafanater1 at least we still have curry and now Iggy again
splash brothers back bro,
Same
That 11th 3 man he made against OKC in the 2016 WCF game 6 is still one of the most beautiful catch and shoot, shot I've ever seen in the NBA.
The best one is Bogut picks up a loose ball out past the three point line and Klay runs right at him, grabs the ball, turns around and flings it in. Actually, no. The best one is when he is deep middle and off rhythm, hesitates, then throws it in. Actually, no. The best one is when Iguodala flings it ahead and Klay is on the wing and shoots without looking practically. Actually!!! Isn't that the game where he had the three-point play layup in the last minute and the mid-court steal of the inbound, retrieves Draymond's save and finds Iguodala for two free throws???
Good God
@@qqw743 Right. Too many great jaw-dropping plays!
Game 6 klay is scary
@@Victor-fi6ek He scares me - and I'm a warriors fan! 😱
yah right and the splash brother blown the 3-1 lead.... fck bron... lol
Can’t wait to see Klay splashing again. The NBA is better with him.
Brooooo, you already know 😎✊🏽🤞🏽
That's what she said
I've heard people say that KD is the player that fits on the most teams... They forget Klay exist
Ever since KD left the Warriors haven’t won anything lmao
@@jaimeargudo3893 ....wow, groundbreaking observation 👏🏽😒
Klay Thompson has a style that can work after rehab. He's not awkward whenever he's putting the ball up. His contact and cuts he's able to control and Concentrate on basically the blocking sled type contact without having to adjust back to his dripple. That catch and shoot is a pure motion. Anybody that undercuts him landing knows he won't make it out if the arena alive. But it will be interesting to see how his defense and rebounding change.
Yeah he really doesn't have the type of game that I could imagine causing problems in the future because he doesn't rely on F lettucism at all. Plus he is a really large guard. So doesn't really have to.
@@Hoopfan83 you mean athleticism bro?
But he can't land on dunks can't forget two years down because he can't be a high flyer or a slasher just because he can he obviously not built for it.his shot is dope enough he can convert back to klay when he scored less he had less drives then no legs out for a year
@@sophiawilliams8650 he means farking lettuce that turns into smokable cabbage
@@davidl7134 he was never that athletic I think he’d still be able to dunk he just has to to be healthy and want to do it after all he’s an athlete
I am here for Klay getting the recognition he deserves. An underrated part of Klay is his personality, he looks like the type of Dude that doesn’t change no matter how much more they make.
Yeah he's a chill dude
His dad was in the NBA too, like Curry, money doesn’t matter it’s greatness and legacy.
He's banging hot models too
Trust me nothing about Klay is underrated 💀🤣
@@joeltaylor2321 😂😂😂
Came back here after his 4th ring, man played a huge role in the playoffs even though hes had bad games his defense is still there and the threat on defense is a huge factor for the warriors especially they have guys like poole and wiggins
This vid aged well
Imma just like this now cuz klay is a straight up sniper
Yeah but in terms of catch and shoot I think duncan robinson is better
Just an opinion, I respect yours too
@@lucaschen3201 an opinion is good and all, but this video ain't a opinion, it's all facts and stats
@@johnjohn3668 XD alright
@@lucaschen3201 exactly, just wish Duncan has facts and stats to back your opinion
@@johnjohn3668 Alright imma just stop right here because this is getting a bit toxic
I love his shot mechanics. So uniform and beautiful. Klay is already a Hall of famer.
easily a hof.. he was robbed off so many all defensive teams imo from a defensive standpoint.. he can straightup lockdown positions 1-3
Pure water
@@anandp7482 i think he can actually defend the four too very well at that. He isnt super long or big but hs enough strength to hold a pf off
Klay to Curry is what Curry was to Durrant, taking a backseat deliberately for the betterment of the team while making the other guys life a lot easier. Klay easily could be a franchise player if he ever had left Warriors. Klay arguably is one of the most clutch players of all time by definition
Klay didn't take a back seat at all. He's always played his game and his role at an excellent level
@@tonyschimmoeller If he wanted he easily could've demanded to be a ball hog like Westbrook and stat pad in order to increase his value but he never took that route
@@doctorsam5771 His skills don't involve being a ball dominant player so it likely would've decreased his value. Also there's a difference between taking a back seat and playing your role. Wade took a back seat to Lebron by allowing Bron to flourish while hindering his own game. Klay doesn't do that because his game doesn't hinder anyone else's. There's no need to take a backseat because he compliments everyone and everything.
Also Westbrook doesn't demand the ball he demands pace and typically nobody is going to play at his pace so they give him the ball.
@@doctorsam5771 Nah, Klay doesn't have the skill to be a ball dominant player, he would've decreased his value immensely. Just because a player doesn't do something doesn't mean he's actually good at it but just deliberately not showing it. With that mindset you could say Ben Simmons is the best 3-point-shooter of all time, but he's just taking a backseat and chooses to let others shoot them.
Exactly, if Klay was on a team like the CAVS with Sexton, the Grizzly with Ja Morant or even the Hawks with Trae young, he could easily be the first option and averaging 25-30ppg … Klay is a 2 ways player like Kawhi, Paul George or Tatum, these players just need a good playmaker to score.
For me Klay was a Top 10 player, he is the 2nd best shooter of all time, very clutch and smart. I would take Klay over Kyrie anydays of the week, not only Klay is as good as a scorer, but he is also a great defender unlike Kyrie.
The big 3 of Curry, Klay and Draymond was already better than Lebron, Kyrie and Love, and then they added KD ? And the CAVS lost Kyrie in 2018 ? Nah these chip were too easy for them …
So many people have forgotten Klay on fire. We havent seen a guy that just locks in the zone like that in a while. Not emotional or flashy, just inevitable.
37pts in 1 qtr… nah haven’t forgotten about him!
@@a1234ddf and 60 point in 3 quarters while 11, dribbles 😂😆
@@Light13807 11 dribbles WITH 60 pts is GODLIKE lol
Pure water
The sad day Curry and Klay retire I think we ALL need a GSW dynasty Documentary. That would be legendary
Hater or fan, you gotta admit we're all waiting for this man to return and score his first 3 after 2 years 🏀
Who could hate Klay??
@@lukemoynan5262 LeBron fans who r kids
@@lukemoynan5262 same question. Who would ever hate KT. Not a dubs fan but as NBA fan you will love Klay.
17 points in 20 Minutes he baack
@@julianwalcott5022 and they win a championship title
Quality content right here. Thompson is the catch and shoot GOAT.
Hehe I love u
Ray Allen
@@B3Theman nah fam. Klay got him beat. This era has him constantly fed.
That comes with moving well without the ball. The exact read of where and when he can effectively gets his shots off given that sharp and quick trigger of course. Deadly Klay!
That's why playmakers are important to the teams offense
@@rhandaildavefrancisco7683 True. Huge role for Dray, Steph and Igoudala. They also missed a Bugot type player. They a more potent lineup if they can get Mark Gasol
@@zeusjames idk if marc is still the same player on his time with the raptors.
@@rhandaildavefrancisco7683From LA no. The Warriors system maybe. Low risk, high reward. At least they got to try and get him mentor Wiseman.
@@zeusjames I know he will be a better fit for the warriors system, but his aged and scoring concerning. He's not better fit with the lakers, because most of them are ball hog players.
I pray to the basketball gods this guy comes back to the game with absolute vengeance. Klay Thompson is one of the most gifted players in history.
Pure water
FINALLY!! Klay gettin the respect he deserves✊
Most underrated player in the nba
Big facts
How is he underrated when he’s been an all star, big contract?
lol no. But among stars? Donovan Mitchell. He's done everything Jayson Tatum did this year- in the playoffs on multiple occasions- yet no one puts him in their top 10 -- or even top 15. Meanwhile Tatum and Trae Young are getting put over him with worse playoff performances. Insane
@@theinktician Mitchell is very underrated too. But Klay is possibly the second best shooter of all-time behind Curry and never gets called a superstar or ranked in Top 10 players.
Klay Thompson? Underrated? 🤨
We just wanna see Klay back and healthy again man...
Pure water
Most underrated player in NBA history ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️
I think y'all overrate a player to the point y'all believe he's underrated even though he isn't.
@@RealCGH that’s like your opinion man
Man I miss Klay. Can't wait for his return!
This aged like wine
He's a true scoring machine...can't wait to watch him catch and shoot those 3's again.
Pure water
KLAY IS ONE OF THE GREATEST 🐐💪🏾
How absurd is it that the two greatest shooters ever played on the same team
All while being drafted like 2 years apart from each other
It's great that Klay and Steph play together. In the 2019 Finals we saw how tough Steph's life was without Klay's spacing, and also in 2020-21, although Steph dominated, we saw that he missed Klay's spacing, especially against the best teams and in the play-in games, when his life got very tough indeed.
From the other direction, it would be interesting to speculate on how Klay would do if he had to play a whole season without Steph attracting attention. Together they're absolutely lethal.
Can't wait for Klay to return to the Warriors line up!!!!
When’s that 2025 ?
Shoutout to Kirk for making a Klay appreciation video. People really forget how deadly this man is.
Pure water
This guy and kd are hands down my favorite players. It's been 2 years since I've seen klay play man we need him back!!!
Nicest shooting form in basketball history.
Fax
Back in the day Ray Allen carried that title; but there is no doubt Klay Thompson's form is nicer.
@@gerardrbain1972 Kyle Korver??
@Aaron9 nah Klay is better at shooting
So pumped to see KLAY kill my KINGS again. One of my favorite players return this season
Best trait about Klay is his humbleness. He's not a diva on social media. He doesn't feel entitled to the world revolving around his opinions and views. He's a champion and knows how to play both ends of the floor (OGs remember him being known as a "defensive stopper" before he became a torch from deep), he has a dog he loves, and he's loyal to the Dubs. Giannis and Klay are guys to always cheer for. Steph too.
Big Shoutout to K.T. I knew this guy was special from the very beginning bc we were born on the same exact day and the same exact year!! Can't wait for your return Champ keep pushing the limits!!
Hopefully Klay comes back just as dominant as when he left
I feel like he will
KawhiLowry😳
Pretty sure he will since he's a catch and shoot player
@@_iceeeee Icey yeci 😳😳
@@KawhiLowry no no no Ceo•Icey
game 6 klay is the best player in nba history
Facts. Simpled minded people can’t compute his genius.
Warriors fans sure were lucky to have these amazing teams. They were not only extremely fun to watch, but their team play and fundamentals were unparalleled.
I wish every NBA player good health all through the upcoming season. Way to Warriors!
Who is here after winning their 4th championship ring?🔥🔥🔥
People really forgot how good this man is
Pure water
Great video, and major shoutout to the video editor. Love how the instrumental played until the very end. Small tweak but very appealing.
its not just his ability to catch and shoot that makes this man one of the best shooters of all time, his ability to shoot with a hand in his face is also ridiculous. the amount of times he has just pulled up in peoples faces in clutch moments, it always amazes me to see him put on a clinic.
Before he got injured against Toronto, man was on pace for a legendary all-time great performance like his second half against OKC, which completely changed the series in 2016. They could have won that finals IMO.
Agree. Danny Green might have ruined this mans career with his 2 incredibly dirty fouls in that playoff series. The first being game 5 when Klay was shooting a 3 and Green hit him when he was in the air causing him to land awkwardly and initially hurt his knee. Then in game 6 when he hit Klay from behind/side in the air causing the complete tear when he couldn't land correctly.
Time flies sooo fast. I remember the first year of Kerr, man. You just knew that GSW team is going to be nasty.
Amazing work..thank you sir
Klay is a CERTIFIED sniper 🎯. Scored 60 points with only 11 dribbles the whole game. Best stop and pop shooter in the game
That game was a jaw-dropper for me and Klay definitely made a S T A T E M E N T with that stat!
For me Klay is my fave Warrior, and he is indeed one of the greatest 75 players of all time for me.
Can't wait for him to return in the hardcourt.
We have forgotten how good Klay was. I wish he doesnt rush to come back so when he does come back he is fully healthy and ready to light the league up
I look forward to every single one of these installments.
Watching this got me so reinvigorated for klay's return.
This Signature Shots series with Kirk is so good, thank you for that ESPN
Now they're putting this out because he's coming back. But back in the finals bubble a lit of people were saying Duncan Robinson was a better catch and shoot player than Klay. 🤦
i never heard ANYONE say that.
@@Jr-ei9mq trust me people were saying that and they were saying Dame was better than Steph
It’s just clickbait to go on their videos for money.
They change all the time saying this guy is best now.
@@kanarip8798 nah, for once I need solid proof posted or I'm calling BS. It's levels to stupidity and I haven't seen that one anywhere.
Anyone that truly watch the would know Duncan is no where as good as klay in catch in shoot it’s not even close there’s a reason people talk about game 6klay your talking about the 2nd best shooter behind steph this video literally shows every key point why he’s literally the 2nd best shooter
Arguably the 2nd greatest shooter of all time. I'm sorry but i don't see curry as a pure shooter but rather the most revolutionary outside SCORER we've ever seen
Signature shots is my favorite thing here
And people try to act like he isn’t a all time great/ top 10 SG of all time 🤦♂️
Yeah not putting him in top 10 SG of all time is a mistake 🤦🏾
@@rasputinreid He is top ten SG of all time.
@@valentino8625there sg who makes a lot make a lot more allstars and all nba who are better overall than klay klay is not top 10 yet he top 20 or maybe top 15
Not to mention Klay had a killer performance in game 6 against Huston catch and shooting was killer that night and he’s plays of catch and shoot in the finals of 2017 and 2018 game 3 of the 2017 finals and game 2 of 2018 finals
Klay and Stephen are always ready for the big moments
and it helps a lot when you are a 6.6 guard that is such a defensive beast, making it possible for you to block a shot, run and just wait for the pass so you can annihilate them in the 3 pt line
we need more content like this ESPN
Hot Take:
He's 3&D GOAT
Thats not a hot take
living embodiment
That’s definitely not a hot take lmao
@@hennyspiderman9974 I know. But you never know, someone can come and claim Ray Allen or Reggie can -guard- lock KD and Steph at the same time. If I disagree, I'm an unborn.
Paul George/Kawhi's defensive advantage more than makes up for the shooting difference.
One of my favorite players🧑🍳
Klay is probably one of the most underrated super stars in recent memory. Everyone loves Steph, but man Klay is something special as well.
So awesome to have witnessed that 37-point quarter in person.
Sheeeeshhhh ho hoo so lucky
He should have been in the top 75 hands down
Big facts dude is a beast
To have Lillard and AD on there over him is a joke
He’ll be back stronger than ever
thoughtful content ... digging this ESPN
Love it and glad he’s being recognized for Clays terrific shooting too. Love their games. Go warriors!
his fundamental shooting form is a work of art.
Allow me to correct something.
4x Champ.
🏆🏆🏆🏆❤️
I just cannot wait to see the Splash Brothers back in action - they are MAGNIFICIENT
man his shooting form is always picture perfect
Warriors fans 2018-2022 - "wait till Klay comes back"
As a Warriors fan, I hope fellow fans don't turn on him if he doesn't look like what he used to be.
I feel great that I was able to witness the legend of Klay Thompson and I hope we continue to see for few more years even it is 75-80% of him.
2018?
@@user-bm9cv9vn2k the true warrior fans including me would understand if he isn't himself. I can see him coming back like he used to because Klay really wants to himself. But I ain't putting high expectations on him.
@@razakids6459 don't get your hopes up kid. I see a repeat of last season.
@@user-bm9cv9vn2k well said ❤💛💙🏀❤
love to see Klay getting attention for the first time in 2 years :)
warriors revenge season in less than a month >:)
Yessirr this season is gonna be fire
I hope he stays healthy, I like watching him play. I wanna see more of Game 6 Klay
Warriors have actually displayed some beautiful fundamental basketball over the years. People think they are just chucking 3's up, but there is so much more going on than that.
who scores without dribbling ??
Klay: hold my umbrella👍🏻
coz it’s gonna 🌧 3’s
(SPLASH!)
I love using him in 2k it feels like he’s going to make it every time
Pure water
It's all over when this guy comes back.
Can't wait to see Klay back in action. The Warriors are going to be scary again this season
When in doubt I want A-Klay 47 taking the last shot.
Love this!!!!
Will be great to see him up top of the most 3s in the career. We know Steph will get there in #1 pretty soon. Like I said it’ll be great to see klay get up there though. Possibly not since he missed 2 years unless he getting 3s quicker.
finally another one of signature shot vids
Klay Thompson is a -three- four time champion. Can't wait to see how he looks with a full training camp
Klay is both unprecedented and incomparable. One of the greatest.
Pure water
Motherf*%%%er knows his s*%%
He’s the best SHOOTER ever. And he will prove that the next few years. As a warriors fan, I would rather have klay shoot a 3 to win the game than curry. 10 times out of 10.
Not gonna lie warriros have that amazing hype rebound pass it back like there alot of moments where curry shots if he makes it he makes it if he misses Looney somehow comes outta nowhere and grabs a board and passess it to klay and he makes it cuzz the defender forgot about it
Klay is the 2nd best shooter ever but he definitely isn't the best lmfao.
And btw, who were the four people to like this stupid comment lol
Dope beat at the end🔥
Awww awesome I truly enjoy watching Klay he is simply amazing I pray that he is heal so he can run that floor 🙏
Klay, Ray Allen, Reggie. Top catch and shoot shooters of all time
I agree 💯
Somehow I believe Steph Curry will be mention in this segment😭
This is great content, Espn.
1:56 Seeing my boy Duncan Robinson out there is great! A gifted shooter and a magic pick by Miami 🔥
Klay Thompson> James Harden, when the game is on the line.
Harden disrespects teams when he’s up late in the 4th. Klay brings his team back from deficits and disrespects them after they get the lead back
When has Harden disrespected teams?
Harden gets hate for no reason
@@dougiet.2112 Fr bruh
"Andre Iguoadala"
-Max Kellerman
You dickeating sports fans are the worse. Y’all can’t praise one player without slandering another unprovoked
Open shot, fate of the universe on the line? The martians have the death beam pointed at earth you better hit it? I’m going.....Iguodala!!! 🤣🤣🤣
*4 time NBA champion.
Why is this dude not even in the top 10 all time SHOOTING guards,ESPN 5?? Bleacher Report?? Underrated Legend🗣😤
Klay Thompson is the greatest complimentary player ever. Period.
Scottie Pippen?
@@jonjones8819 Klay can fit to a team better and has a complimentary skillset which allows him to be selfless and fit next to superstars seamlessly.
@@billpap.9669 His skillset fits well on this team, with Steph. Most of his points comes off catch and shoot attempts, either from screens or because everyone is guarding Curry. GSW also has a unselfish culture and Superstar in Steph Curry, so when Klay gets hot he just keeps feeding him. I’ve seen both get hot, and Curry would just give Klay the spotlight. I’m not sure many people understand this.
This is why the Durant GSW team was one of the most deadliest ever formed in NBA history. No team from the past could beat them. It was so unbalanced for the rest of the league.
There are alot of question marks when it comes to Klay. A solid shooter and a solid defender with back to back injuries, 2 years out of high competitive action. Will take a while to shape up. I hope will be a Kevin durant kind of story and not a Rose one. Good thing he is a shooter , we will see.
I cannot express how much I love this fking team and all its players. They all fit together so well its crazy to think they were all DRAFTED and not just pieced together free agents
i cant wait to have him back man I've missed him so much dawg