Dallas: NBA star Klay Thompson and rapper Megan Thee Stallion are reportedly dating, according to TMZ and widespread social media speculation, after the pair appeared in the same Instagram post this week. The 35-year-old Dallas Mavericks guard was seen lounging in the background of a bikini photo carousel posted by Megan, 30, on Wednesday, July 9.
The surprise reveal follows weeks of speculation and marks the first time either has been seen publicly together. The two were spotted on what appears to be a tropical vacation. Thompson posted a separate photo of himself on the beach, holding a beer, without Megan in the frame—but the timing led fans to connect the dots.
While neither party has formally confirmed the relationship, TMZ cited unnamed sources on Thursday stating that the pair are indeed dating. “Megan Thee Stallion’s taking advantage of Klay Thompson’s summer off-season,” the outlet reported, adding: “They’re dating!!!”
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Instagram Post Hints at Relationship Between Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion
In Megan’s July 9 post, she promoted her Hot Girl Summer swimwear line with a series of bikini shots—one of which featured Klay Thompson in the background, appearing to watch her photo shoot poolside. The subtle cameo prompted fans to speculate about the rapper’s love life and possible new relationship.
Thompson, known for keeping his personal life private, followed up with his own post on Saturday. In a carousel shared on Instagram, Megan can be seen standing beside him. The caption read: “Sweet Bells son 🌴🥥.”
NBA personalities were quick to react. “Killa!” commented Draymond Green, Thompson’s former teammate on the Golden State Warriors. Matt Barnes replied with a crown emoji. Ty Jerome added: “Woah hard launch.”
Who Is Klay Thompson Dating Now? Relationship Timeline Emerges
Fans had long speculated about Klay Thompson’s love life, frequently searching terms like “Klay Thompson girlfriend,” “Klay Thompson wife,” and “Who is Klay Thompson dating?” His relationship with Megan Thee Stallion now appears to answer those questions, at least for now.
Megan, a Houston native, was previously linked to NBA forward Torrey Craig, most notably in a since-deleted TikTok couples challenge in August 2024. They were last spotted together at New York Fashion Week in September and later in early 2025 on Instagram Stories. According to TMZ, their brief romance ended in April.
“Am I tripping cause I thought she was messing with Torrey Craig!?” one user wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Another joked, “She looked up Torrey Craig stats and seen he averaged 4 points 😭😭😭.”
Megan Thee Stallion’s Past Relationships in the Spotlight
This is not Megan’s first high-profile romance. Her dating history includes:
- Moneybagg Yo (2019): They dated publicly and collaborated on songs like “All Dat.”
- Tory Lanez (2020): Widely rumored, though Megan denied the relationship in a Gayle King interview.
- Pardison Fontaine (2020–2023): Confirmed boyfriend of over two years. Megan hinted at a breakup in her song “Cobra.”
- Romelu Lukaku (2023): Seen together at a wedding, sparking speculation.
- Torrey Craig (2024): Publicly linked via TikTok and fashion week appearances.
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What’s Next for the New Couple?
Neither Megan nor Thompson has issued a public comment. However, with Megan’s hometown in Houston and Thompson now playing for the Dallas Mavericks, fans are speculating she may be a courtside regular this coming NBA season.
While questions remain—“Where is Torrey Craig?” being among the most asked—the buzz around Megan and Klay’s relationship has only intensified, with fans dubbing it the “Hot Girl x Splash Bro” crossover of the summer.
