The NBA world is buzzing after Klay Thompson, fresh off his debut season with the Dallas Mavericks, dropped a sizzling Instagram post that sent fans and players into a frenzy. The future Hall of Famer’s post, captioned “Sweet Bells son 🌴 🥥,” racked up over 100,000 likes in just 40 minutes, proving that Captain Klay’s star power is as potent as ever. But it was a single, electric comment from his former Golden State Warriors teammate Draymond Green that stole the show and reignited memories of their championship dynasty.
Green, never one to shy away from the spotlight, slid into the comments with a single word: “Killa!” The comment exploded, amassing 550 likes in just 11 minutes, as fans relished the nod to their storied past. For 12 seasons, Thompson and Green were the heartbeat of the Warriors, powering the franchise to six NBA Finals appearances and four championships. The chemistry between the Splash Brother and the Defensive Player of the Year was undeniable, and Green’s playful jab shows the bond between them remains strong, even with Thompson now donning a Mavericks jersey.
The post didn’t just catch Green’s eye—NBA stars across the league piled on with love and banter. Bennedict Mathurin praised Thompson’s “Great shooting form,” while Ty Jerome dropped a cheeky “Woah hard launch.” Matt Barnes crowned him with a simple “👑 Klay,” and Andre Drummond added a fiery “😮💨🙌🏽.” Lester Quinones went all in with “OOOOOOOTERRRRRR,” and Patrick Baldwin Jr. declared, “That’s my shooter!!” The post also drew likes from heavyweights like Tyrese Haliburton, Kyrie Irving, Evan Mobley, Trae Young, Jordan Poole, Chris Paul, DeAndre Jordan, Kyle Lowry, and Max Christie, cementing Thompson’s status as a beloved figure in the NBA brotherhood.
Thompson’s first season in Dallas was a mixed bag. The sharpshooter averaged 14.0 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, shooting an impressive 41.2% from the field and 39.1% from beyond the arc across 72 games. He made history in his Mavericks debut, setting a franchise record for the most three-pointers in a first game, as celebrated by the team’s October 24 post: “.@KlayThompson set a franchise record for most 3-pointers made in a Mavs debut 💦 Not too shabby, Captain Klay.” But injuries plagued the Mavericks, derailing their season and keeping them out of the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
Klay and Megan Thee Stallion 🤩
(via: IG klaythompson ) pic.twitter.com/gXlhIQvsx6
— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) July 12, 2025
Despite the move to Dallas, Thompson’s legacy with the Warriors remains untouchable. A five-time All-Star, he was a cornerstone of Golden State’s dynasty, and his departure last offseason left fans emotional. Green’s comment is a reminder of the camaraderie that fueled those championship runs, and it’s no surprise fans are eating it up. Social media lit up with reactions, with one fan tweeting, “Dray calling Klay ‘Killa’ got me in my feelings. Warriors forever. 💙💛”
.@KlayThompson set a franchise record for most 3-pointers made in a Mavs debut 💦
Not too shabby, Captain Klay.#MFFL pic.twitter.com/MavMaf8HGk
— Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) October 25, 2024
As Thompson carves out his new chapter in Dallas, the respect from his peers and the nostalgia of his Warriors days continue to shine through. With the 2025-26 season on the horizon, all eyes will be on whether Captain Klay can lead the Mavericks back to playoff glory—and if he and Draymond will keep the comment section drama alive.