The Dallas Mavericks tried to find a trade for Klay Thompson this offseason, but interest was limited given the 36-year-old’s current production and his $17.5 million contract. Thompson, for his part, wanted to play for a contender.
That all came together Friday. The Mavericks announced a buyout deal with Thompson, and minutes later ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the four-time NBA champion will sign with the Miami Heat.
This is a win for Thompson and the Heat, while the Mavericks will have to eat some salary as they transition the roster to one built for the future around Cooper Flagg.
Miami had its eye on Thompson throughout the…
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