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Mychal Thompson Retired

Forward · Los Angeles Lakers · 6'8", 220 lb · Drafted 1978
2× NBA ChampionRetired greatLos Angeles Lakers
NBALos Angeles LakersForwards
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In short

Mychal Thompson is a retired forward best known with the Los Angeles Lakers. A No. 1 pick, champion, and Klay's father. Career averages: 13.7 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.

Scoring map · Mychal’s projected shot profile
Hottest: Rim 51% · Paint 20%
Rim — 51% of scoring, 42% of shotsCorner 3 (L) — 2% of scoring, 2% of shotsWing 3 (L) — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsTop of key 3 — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsWing 3 (R) — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsCorner 3 (R) — 2% of scoring, 2% of shotsMid-range (L) — 6% of scoring, 9% of shotsPaint — 20% of scoring, 25% of shotsMid-range (R) — 7% of scoring, 9% of shots
  • Rim51%
  • Paint20%
  • Mid-range (R)7%
Projected shot profile — modeled from role, spacing & shooting splits. Not tracked shot data.
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Mychal Thompson is a retired NBA forward. A No. 1 pick, champion, and Klay's father.

He averaged 13.7 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists and won 2 titles over his career.

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Career avg
13.7 ppg
Forward
Rebounds
7.4 rpg
career
Assists
2.1 apg
career
Titles
2× champion
Los Angeles Lakers
LIFE

Roots & the rise

Mychal Thompson is a retired forward, most associated with the Los Angeles Lakers.

A No. 1 pick, champion, and Klay's father.

He retired with career averages of 13.7 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.

Sources: Career figures: documented sources. Role ratings: Balladex characterization.

BEYOND THE GAME

Career

A No. 1 pick, champion, and Klay's father.

PERSONALITY

The person

A retired forward and Los Angeles Lakers name.

PLAYER DNA

Archetype & ratings

Archetype
Retired standout · forward
Temperament
Alpha
Leadership
74/100
Scoring70
Playmaking46
Rebounding60
Perimeter D46
Rim protection42
Spacing48
Athleticism68
Clutch56
RetiredLos Angeles Lakers
ANALYSIS

What the numbers say

The career

A No. 1 pick, champion, and Klay's father.

ADVANCED

Advanced & historical

Advanced metrics

Career PPG
13.7
per game
Career RPG
7.4
per game
Career APG
2.1
per game

Where he sits in history

CareerA No. 1 pick, champion, and Klay's father.
Titles2× NBA champion.

Hardware

2×
NBA Champion
OUTLOOK

Where it's headed

AI-generated · updated Retired

A retired forward and Los Angeles Lakers name.

Mychal Thompson's career is complete: A No. 1 pick, champion, and Klay's father.

Contract

Status
Retired
Bottom line

A memorable pro — 2× champion with the Los Angeles Lakers.

FAQ

Quick answers

What were Mychal Thompson's career averages?

Mychal Thompson averaged 13.7 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.

Is Mychal Thompson in the Hall of Fame?

Mychal Thompson is a retired forward and a notable pro, though not currently a Hall of Fame inductee.