Mavs buy out Klay Thompson, who could join Heat after Doncic trade wrecked Dallas tenure
Summary
The Dallas Mavericks and guard Klay Thompson have agreed on a contract buyout after two difficult seasons following the trade of Luka Doncic. Thompson plans to sign with the Miami Heat as soon as he clears waivers.Key Facts
- Klay Thompson was bought out by the Dallas Mavericks, ending his two-year time with the team.
- Thompson intends to join the Miami Heat once he clears waivers, possibly by Sunday.
- The Mavericks missed the playoffs both seasons Thompson played after Luka Doncic was traded.
- Thompson came to Dallas in a sign-and-trade deal from Golden State, joining a team with Doncic and Kyrie Irving.
- The trade of Doncic to the Lakers and Irving’s injury hurt the Mavericks’ success.
- The Mavericks won the 2026 draft lottery and picked Duke player Cooper Flagg, who was named Rookie of the Year.
- Thompson mostly came off the bench this season and averaged 12.9 points with 39% shooting from 3-point range in Dallas.
- Thompson won four NBA titles with Golden State and is one of the top 3-point shooters in NBA history.
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