Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion. Image via: Megan Thee Stallion/Instagram
The internet loves a high-profile “power couple,” but it loves a dramatic downfall even more. Recently, a series of viral posts claimed that NBA star Klay Thompson released an emotional video revealing that his girlfriend, Megan Thee Stallion, cheated on him with a teammate. The posts further alleged that Klay is legally bound to pay her $400,000 a month due to a “dating contract” and ended with the inflammatory phrase “Free Tory Lanez.
“If this sounds like a script from a soap opera, that’s because it is entirely fictional. Here is the factual breakdown of why this story is a textbook example of “rage-bait” misinformation.
Viral posts about Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion are fake—here’s what really happened
The “video” cited in these rumors is actually a recycled clip from a 2024 interview where Klay discussed the emotional toll of leaving the Golden State Warriors, deceptively edited with a new caption to fit the cheating narrative.
There is no record of Klay Thompson posting a video addressing cheating allegations. Thompson, known for being one of the more private and laid-back personalities in the NBA, has historically kept his personal grievances off social media.The claim that Klay pays Megan $400,000 monthly based on a “contract just to date her” is legally and logically baseless. While “lifestyle agreements” exist in some high-net-worth circles, there is zero evidence of such a document here.
In reality, Megan Thee Stallion’s net worth bolstered by global tours and brand deals makes the idea of a “pay-to-date” scheme highly improbable. These rumors likely stem from misogynistic tropes used to paint successful women as “gold diggers.
“Attributing the phrase “Free Tory Lanez” to Klay Thompson is a deliberate attempt to spark conflict. Given the trauma Megan experienced regarding the 2020 shooting involving Lanez, any public support for him would be a direct attack on her.
Klay has consistently shown the opposite, he has been seen at Megan’s concerts and frequently defends her against online trolls.As of March 20, 2026, the couple is not only together but thriving. Just last month, Klay made headlines for gifting Megan a $200,000 Bentley for her 31st birthday. Far from “hating” his situation, Klay recently appeared on a podcast praising Megan for helping him maintain his mental focus during the NBA season.
The “cheating scandal” is a complete hoax designed to generate clicks through controversy. When sports and hip-hop culture collide, the rumor mill runs at triple speed, always verify the source before hitting “share.”
