Pat Beverley Drops Shocking Stat: Paul George Outshines Klay Thompson in Warriors’ Success—What It Means for the Team’s Future!
Twelve-year NBA veteran Patrick Beverley certainly believes so.
Whose career would you rather have? pic.twitter.com/vxMXRxqP3b
Thompson also earned a reputation for delivering when the lights were brightest in elimination games, an aspect that can’t be overlooked when hypothesizing which player would contribute more to winning at the highest level the NBA has to offer.
Klay Thompson’s name is etched deeply into the Golden State Warriors’ legacy — a cornerstone of their championship prowess. But here’s a curveball: what if another sharpshooting star had stepped into Thompson’s sneakers? Patrick Beverley, a seasoned vet with a dozen NBA seasons under his belt, threw down a bold proposition on his podcast, suggesting that the Warriors might’ve snagged even more titles had Paul George filled that spot. It’s a provocative idea that stirs up plenty of “what ifs” — after all, George has dazzled with All-Star and defensive accolades, yet he’s never danced on the Finals stage like Thompson has time and again. While Thompson’s peerless shooting and clutch moments have been instrumental in the Warriors’ dynasty, Beverley’s take invites us to reimagine the backcourt dynamic alongside Steph Curry and company. So, is this an overlooked masterstroke or just a wild fantasy? Let’s dive into this fascinating debate and unpack what each star brings to the hardwood. LEARN MORE
Widely regarded as one of the greatest shooters ever to pick up a basketball, Thompson perfectly complemented Curry’s superhuman perimeter shooting, creating a backcourt tandem the likes of which had never been seen before in the NBA.
Klay Thompson is a foundational pillar of the Warriors’ dynasty, but would Golden State have won even more NBA championships if another star shooting guard took his place?
“If you put Paul George in that role playing as Klay Thompson, playing with [Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Andre Iguodala] at a point — obviously we know Paul George a couple years ago, was in the MVP race,” Beverley said.— Pat Bev Pod (@PatBevPod) August 23, 2025
“If you substitute those two, and we don’t know, we’re just going off what we think in basketball, I think that Golden State probably wins more championships.”
Thompson spent 13 years in Golden State, earning five consecutive NBA All-Star selections while playing a pivotal role in ushering in one of the most dominant dynaties the league has ever seen as the Warriors won four championships.
During a recent episode of “The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone,” Beverley revealed he thinks Golden State would have won more than four titles if Paul George replaced Thompson.
Ultimately it’s an interesting thought excercise, but Thompson’s greatness and contributions to Golden State can’t be overlooked.
On an individual level, George has the advantage when it comes to All-Star nods (9), All-Pro selections, (6) and All-Defensive honors (4). However, Thompson was a much more efficient shooter during the postseason while nearly equaling George’s playoff-scoring output in their respective careers.
While George is a superstar in his own right, it’s a bold claim to assert that anyone could’ve stepped in and replicated, let alone exceeded the impact Thompson had on the Warriors while Golden State ruled the NBA realm. Particularly when George hasn’t played in an NBA Finals during his 15-year career.
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