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It would be difficult for any rookie to be anointed the replacement for fan favorite Monta Ellis, but Klay Thompson isn't just any rookie. Here's the thing about Thompson: He doesn't want to replace Ellis; he wants to be better than Ellis. Thompson wants to be better than any shooting guard, for that matter. "He's chasing greatness," head coach Mark Jackson said. San Francisco Chronicle

Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson 

Tim Kawakami: What political issues am I referring to w/Ellis? Several sources say that Ellis believed GSW execs determined to reward Lee, Curry & Klay. Twitter

Golden State Warriors, Monta Ellis, David Lee, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson 

League sources say the Warriors have informed teams that they're only interested in moving Monta Ellis in a trade with Orlando that lands them Dwight Howard. Rival executives are skeptical that Golden State would give up significant assets (such as Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Ekpe Udoh) without a long-term commitment from Howard, who has indicated that the Bay Area is not on his list of preferred destinations. CBSSports.com

Golden State Warriors, Orlando Magic, Trade, Monta Ellis, Dwight Howard, Ekpe Udoh, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson 

The Warriors’ preference is to include Ellis in a package for Howard. Ellis also has become more expendable because of the development of rookie Klay Thompson. Yahoo! Sports

Golden State Warriors, Orlando Magic, Trade, Monta Ellis, Dwight Howard, Klay Thompson 

Scott Howard-Cooper: Biedrins has zero trade value, so GSW offer has to be 3-4 key pieces. Imagine moving Monta, Klay, others and DH walks. But Dubs staying in. Twitter

Golden State Warriors, Orlando Magic, Trade, Monta Ellis, Andris Biedrins, Dwight Howard, Klay Thompson 

But the Warriors like the flexibility that comes with their 14-man roster and are convinced that they're still players in a potential deal for Orlando's Dwight Howard. Warriors sources said they believe the Magic could eventually deal their big man without receiving a draft pick in return, if there are enough players involved - a deal like David Lee, Monta Ellis and either Udoh or Klay Thompson for Howard and Glen Davis. San Francisco Chronicle

Golden State Warriors, Orlando Magic, Monta Ellis, Dwight Howard, David Lee, Glen Davis, Klay Thompson 

Tim Kawakami: Warriors exec 2 days ago: "If you did the draft over again today, Klay probably should be the 2nd pick." That's behind only Kyrie Irving. Twitter

Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson 

Thompson had a terrific game in Denver on Thursday and, after some less than aggressive play early on, he’s on a big upswing. “Klay Thompson’s going to be helluva player, trust me,” West said. “He knows what he’s doing, he knows how to play. He’ll start taking the ball to the basket more. And I think he’s the best defender in the back court they’ve got… “There’s a player a lot of teams would like to have. “I told him, ‘Be more aggressive.’ But it’s fun for me to watch young players come in… I don’t know if there’s anyone in the league who can shoot with him. He’s an amazing shooter, he really is. San Jose Mercury-News

Golden State Warriors, Trade, Klay Thompson 

If Monta Ellis gets traded from Golden State at some point, the insurance that shooting guard Klay Thompson provides will be a major reason why. “As a shooter, I really like the kid from Golden State,” one Western Conference scout said. “He looks to me like every time he shoots the ball, it looks like it’s going in the basket.” HoopsWorld

Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson 

The wait is about over for Klay Thompson. The Warriors first round pick, No. 11 overall, is expected to sign this morning and be allowed to practice today. Per the new rookie scale, Thompson will get a four-year deal worth $10.4 million. The Warriors hold an option the last two seasons. Thompson will make just under $2.2 million this season. Contra Costa Times

Golden State Warriors, Klay Thompson 

The package the Lakers wanted was centered around point guard Stephen Curry (not sure who else, but I’m guessing Ekpe Udoh, Klay Thompson and maybe even Dorell Wright based on how laughable the source viewed the Lakers’ offer). Curry, presumably, would wind up with the Hornets. The Warriors aren’t interested. At all. Contra Costa Times

Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, New Orleans Hornets, Trade, Chris Paul, Pau Gasol, Dorell Wright, Ekpe Udoh, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson 

Rookies Klay Thompson and Jeremy Tyler are still unsigned as Warriors management, actively pursuing more players, holds on to as much salary cap space as possible. Contra Costa Times

Golden State Warriors, Jeremy Tyler, Klay Thompson 

According to sources close to the talks, the Warriors' offer includes third-year guard Stephen Curry, rookie guard Klay Thompson and second-year forward Ekpe Udoh. Golden State would pay a hefty price on top of losing those players because its plan would involve waiving center Andris Biedrins via the new amnesty clause (his deal has three years and $27 million remaining) and signing Chandler to a four-year deal that would likely start in the neighborhood of $15 million annually. There is conflicting information on the Clippers' offer, as a source close to the team disputed a report that shooting guard Eric Gordon and Jordan had been offered as trade pieces but other sources insisted that the two, as well as second-year guard Eric Bledsoe, had been made available to the Hornets. SI.com

Golden State Warriors, New Orleans Hornets, Trade, Chris Paul, Ekpe Udoh, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson 

Sources told SI.com that Curry and rookie guard Klay Thompson were both targeted by the Hornets as the desired pieces in recent discussions regarding Paul, though those talks are believed to have gone dormant for now. Since taking over the Warriors in 2010, owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber are determined to change the losing culture and second-rate perception of their franchise, and it should come as no surprise that they want to woo of star of Paul's ilk. SI.com

Golden State Warriors, New Orleans Hornets, Trade, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson 

It is common practice for rookies -- especially first-rounders, millionaires-in-waiting -- to get a loan from their financial adviser. Some, like Thompson, however, don't want to accumulate debt. So he's "living like a broke college student" while staying at home with his parents. Tyler is living with his brother in Cupertino. San Jose Mercury-News

Golden State Warriors, Lockout, Klay Thompson 

Former Washington State star Klay Thompson, frustrated with the NBA lockout that has delayed his pro debut, has expressed increased interest in taking his game to Europe as long as NBA arenas remain dark. “He’s more interested in the European option now that they continue to postpone the start of the season,” Thompson’s father, ex- NBA star Mychal Thompson, said Thursday. “He’s tired of waiting around, so if he gets a decent offer to go across the pond (Atlantic Ocean), I think he’ll take it.” Scout.com

Washington Wizards, Klay Thompson, Mychal Thompson 

"Damn MJ," Indiana Pacers guard Paul George wondered aloud. "That's how you feel?" Later, Golden State Warriors rookie wing Klay Thompson replied to George: "You think the 1996 MJ would pull this? Straight hypocrite bro." George agreed: "Man straight hypocrite bro.. He should've been the 1st one behind us smh." CBSSports.com

Charlotte Bobcats, Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Michael Jordan, Paul George, Lockout, Klay Thompson 

First training camp was postponed. Then the preseason was canceled. Now the first two weeks of the regular season are lost. For rookie Klay Thompson, this prolonged wait for his NBA career to begin can seem unbearable. But he's trying to keep it in stride. "That's really bad news. It's tough with all this messy labor stuff going on," Thompson said of the canceled games. "(But) it means I have more time to work." San Jose Mercury-News

Golden State Warriors, CBA, Lockout, NBPA, Klay Thompson 

Former Washington State star Klay Thompson has dreamed of playing in the NBA for years, but if the NBA isn't ready for Thompson, he's ready to play elsewhere. Thompson's father and advisor, former NBA star Mychal Thompson, said Wednesday that Klay's agent is exploring playing opportunities for Thompson in Spain, France and Italy if the NBA lockout continues. "Those are the top leagues they have very good teams, very good situations over there," Mychal Thompson said. The elder Thompson added, "His game translates perfect into what the Euros like — guys who can shoot." Kitsap Sun

Lockout, Spain, Italy, France, Klay Thompson 

Sources say the Rockets and Spurs are interested in Jonas Valanciunas if he ends up sliding. The Spurs are also eying Washington State's Klay Thompson, according to sources. The Knicks are looking at both Thompson and Jimmer Fredette with that pick. For the Pacers, it's Fredette. ESPN.com

Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, Draft, Jonas Valanciunas, Klay Thompson, Jimmer Fredette