Ex-Timberwolves GM told Klay Thompson’s dad that his son was ‘not a 1st-round pick’ before 2011 draft

Ex-Timberwolves GM told Klay Thompson’s dad that his son was ‘not a 1st-round pick’ before 2011 draft

Veteran sharpshooter Klay Thompson was selected by the Golden State Warriors with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, and years later, it’s clear that he was more than worthy of being drafted in the lottery. Thompson is one of the most accomplished players from his entire draft class, as he’s a four-time NBA champion, five-time All-Star and ranks among the all-time leaders in league history in 3s made. However, according to Thompson’s…