Klay Thompson. Image via: Thearon W. Henderson/ Getty Images
The five-time All-Star became one of the league’s greatest shooters during his 13 seasons with the Golden State Warriors. Klay Thompson’s net worth is estimated at around $180 million (per celebrity net worth). Through the end of the 2025-26 season, he had earned around $299 million in NBA salary. Thompson entered the NBA in 2011 after the Warriors selected him with the 11th overall pick. His rookie contract was worth roughly $9.7 million over four years. He later signed a four-year extension worth nearly $69 million in 2014. Thompson returned in January 2022.
Alongside Stephen Curry, he formed the famous “Splash Brothers” duo. Klay Thompson has built a remarkable career in the NBA. He helped Golden State win four NBA championships. His NBA contracts have been the biggest source of his wealth. The deal came shortly after he suffered an ACL injury in the NBA Finals. He later suffered an Achilles injury and missed more than two full seasons. He helped the Warriors win the NBA championship that season. It was his fourth title with the franchise.
Thompson’s career has been shaped by championships, injuries and an elite shooting ability. His move to Miami gives him another opportunity to contribute to an NBA team while continuing to build his financial legacy off the court.