Klay Thompson Just Publicly Started Dating Megan, AB Immediately Posted a Criticizing Message

Just days after Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion made their red carpet debut as a couple, former NFL star Antonio Brown has thrown a wrench into the celebration. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Brown ignited a firestorm by sharing a photo from 2022 showing Klay Thompson and Tory Lanez together at a nightclub. Accompanying the photo were just five words: “It be your own friends.”

The post, simple but loaded, was interpreted by many as a direct dig at Klay Thompson’s relationship with Megan Thee Stallion, who was the victim in a high-profile shooting case involving Tory Lanez in 2020. Lanez is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for the incident.

Brown, a man who’s never shied away from controversy, delivered his message just 24 hours after Thompson had posted a photo carousel on Instagram that unofficially confirmed his romance with Megan. In the series, Thompson could be seen holding hands with a mystery woman whose appearance strongly resembled Megan’s—curly hair, long nails, and a figure fans instantly recognized from her bikini pictures just days earlier.

Why Antonio Brown’s Post Hit a Nerve

At first glance, it could appear that Antonio Brown was just stirring up gossip for attention. But considering the loaded history between Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez, many viewed the post as deeply inappropriate.

Tory Lanez was convicted of shooting Megan in the foot during a drunken argument in July 2020, a traumatic event that put Megan at the center of media attention, legal proceedings, and public skepticism. She was forced to defend her character, her injuries, and her truth in court and online.

To post a photo that linked Klay Thompson, her current partner, with Tory Lanez, even from years ago, seemed like a calculated move to question Klay’s loyalty, or worse, Megan’s judgment.

“It’s not just messy—it’s dangerous,” wrote one user on X. “We shouldn’t be joking about a violent incident against a Black woman. Period.”

Klay Thompson Caught in the Crossfire

For Klay Thompson, this post couldn’t have come at a worse time. After keeping his private life quiet since his breakup with Laura Harrier, his new relationship with Megan Thee Stallion had been building organic buzz. Fans loved the contrast between his calm, quiet demeanor and Megan’s bold, unapologetic energy.

And now, instead of basking in support, Klay has been pulled into a swirl of controversy. Even though the image Brown posted was from 2022, long before Megan and Klay were linked romantically, the damage was done.

Critics questioned why Thompson would associate with someone like Lanez at all, while others defended him, pointing out that the photo was over three years old, taken at a public venue, and did not imply any endorsement or personal closeness.

“Guilt by association is dangerous,” one NBA insider said. “If we started digging up every photo of every athlete who’s ever posed with someone problematic, none of them would be safe.”

Is Antonio Brown Just Trolling?

Those familiar with Antonio Brown’s social media behavior are divided. Some say he’s just trolling—he thrives on creating chaos and attention, especially when trending topics are involved. Others believe his post was a calculated attempt to undercut Megan, with whom he’s previously made cryptic remarks.

Brown’s history with Megan includes a series of deleted tweets in 2023 where he mocked her music and sided with Tory Lanez after his conviction. Though he never addressed the situation directly after that, many assumed his silence was tactical.

Posting a photo of Klay and Tory together, just as Klay and Megan’s relationship was going public, felt like a return to that unresolved animosity.

Whether trolling or trying to ignite real drama, Antonio Brown made himself part of a conversation that wasn’t about him—and that’s something he’s made a habit of over the years.

Fan Reaction: Support, Outrage, and Confusion

The internet reacted immediately, and not gently.

Some fans of Megan Thee Stallion accused Antonio Brown of weaponizing her trauma for clout. “You don’t bring up a woman’s shooter just because she’s happy again,” one fan posted on Instagram. “That’s sick.”

Supporters of Klay Thompson came to his defense, arguing that an old photo doesn’t mean anything about where he stands now.

Still, there was confusion.

“What’s AB trying to say?” one user wrote on Reddit. “Is he calling out Klay? Or Megan? Or both? This feels like a very weird flex.”

Within hours, #AntonioBrown, #KlayThompson, and #ToryLanez were all trending, and conversations about loyalty, victim-blaming, and cancel culture flooded social platforms.

The Deeper Issue: Public Scrutiny of Black Relationships

What makes this moment even more complex is the intersection of fame, race, gender, and trauma. As one cultural commentator noted, “This isn’t just a gossip story. It’s about how Black women in the public eye are continually forced to relive their trauma—especially when they try to move on.”

Megan Thee Stallion has fought hard to reclaim her narrative. After facing public disbelief and cruel memes following her shooting, she emerged from the trial victorious, but not unscarred. She launched her foundation, released music that tackled her pain, and remained focused on her healing.

Now that she’s finding new love, the past is being dragged into the spotlight again—not by a journalist or an enemy, but by another celebrity Black man.

“The fact that Antonio Brown didn’t think twice about posting that shows how little people think of Megan’s pain,” one user tweeted. “It’s exhausting.”

No Public Response From Megan or Klay—Yet

As of now, neither Megan Thee Stallion nor Klay Thompson has responded publicly to Antonio Brown’s post.

Sources close to the couple say they’re aware of the buzz but are choosing to focus on their private lives and shared projects, rather than feed the controversy.

“They’re not going to let noise ruin what they’re building,” one insider told ClutchPoints. “They’re mature, grounded, and focused.”

That silence, for some fans, speaks louder than words.

A New Chapter, Still Under Fire

It’s no secret that celebrity couples attract drama, especially when they come from high-profile backgrounds like music and sports. But Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s relationship was, until this point, a refreshing moment of peace.

Now, thanks to one old photo and one cryptic caption, that peace has been disrupted.

But if Megan and Klay’s demeanor in recent weeks has been any indication, they won’t be backing down. This is a couple that values substance over spectacle, and they’ve both overcome too much to be derailed by a tweet.

What Comes Next?

It’s unclear if Antonio Brown will continue to stir the pot. For now, his post has served its purpose—grabbing attention, creating buzz, and inserting his name into a viral moment.

But for Megan and Klay, the road ahead remains promising. Megan continues to expand her foundation’s reach, while Klay prepares for another NBA season with the Dallas Mavericks.

If anything, this moment has only proven that their love can survive not just media scrutiny, but deliberate attempts at disruption.