Dallas Mavericks sharpshooter Klay Thompson appears to have subtly revealed a new romantic link with Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion, sparking intrigue across social media this week.
A Tropical Tease
On July 9, Megan posted a poolside carousel from a Bahamas vacation. In one shot, an unidentified man lounging in the background sparked immediate buzz. Fans quickly tagged him as Klay, based on his physique and profile in the image.
Three days later, on July 12, Klay shared his own gallery from the same trip. Among the images was a candid kiss with a woman closely matching Megan’s hairstyle and body language. Another photo showed him holding hands with someone whose long pink nails matched the ones in Megan’s posts.
Subtle to Official
This two-step unveiling feels deliberate. A “soft launch” by Megan is followed by Klay’s “hard launch” with affectionate shots — but done quietly, with no public statement from either. A source told ABC News the couple is “officially an item” after the Instagram posts featured a kissing scene and hand-holding.
No formal press release has emerged yet, but their aligned posts and vacation setting strongly suggest a mutual confirmation.
Fans and Media React
Responses have poured in online. One fan quipped, “From the Splash Brothers to Hot Girl Summer — this crossover we didn’t see coming!” High-profile NBA names such as Draymond Green, Dwight Howard and Matt Barnes have publicly celebrated the couple since the announcement.
Across entertainment outlets and gossip pages from Teen Vogue to Yahoo and BossiP, the narrative is clear: this is a new power pairing in entertainment and sports.
Backstory and Context
Megan, 30, hailing from Houston, has previously been linked to NBA players Torrey Craig and rumored with soccer star Romelu Lukaku. She also dated rapper Pardison “Pardi” Fontaine, with much of her breakup reflected in recent music.
Klay, 35, recently signed a three-year, $50 million deal with Dallas after 13 seasons in Golden State. He’s a four-time NBA champion, averaging 14 points per game with the Mavericks, alongside business ventures like Just Live CBD and real estate.
For the couple, timing is key. Klay is entering a pivotal stretch with Dallas, aiming for another championship run. Megan continues to build her empire with tours, endorsements, and a tequila brand. Their joint appearance off-season suggests they’re balancing romance and career with care.