Heat, Lakers competing for Klay Thompson in offseason bidding war
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:06 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly in a bidding war for Klay Thompson, a four-time NBA champion and a top shooting target. After acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Heat are looking to strengthen their roster and view Thompson as a crucial addition. Sources indicate Thompson, currently under contract with the Dallas Mavericks, could be acquired in a trade or a buyout, making him a priority for Miami. Meanwhile, the Lakers have entered the fray, with Thompson expressing a desire to return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood. As negotiations progress, both teams aim to enhance their shooting options for the upcoming season.
- •Miami Heat prioritize acquiring Klay Thompson this offseason.
- •Los Angeles Lakers join pursuit for Thompson.
- •Thompson currently has one year left on his Mavericks contract.
- •Thompson has expressed interest in returning to Los Angeles.
- •Heat and Lakers exploring trade or buyout options.
- 4:06 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers, Heat reportedly in trading war for $298M Future Hall of Famer, ex-Warriors 4x NBA champion
- 7:10 PMYahoo Sports — Heat, Lakers reportedly in bidding war for $50M four-time NBA champion, generational shooter
"In a pursuit that has been all Miami Heat, it now seems like the Los Angeles Lakers could be in the race. The two teams could be battling it out for a Future Hall of Famer.
"The Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers have major interest in the same elite shooter. The team that lands him will likely require a nice trade package.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 4:06 PMLakers, Heat reportedly in trading war for $298M Future Hall of Famer, ex-Warriors 4x NBA champion
The Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers have major interest in the same elite shooter. The team that lands him will likely require a nice trade package.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 7:10 PMHeat, Lakers reportedly in bidding war for $50M four-time NBA champion, generational shooter
In a pursuit that has been all Miami Heat, it now seems like the Los Angeles Lakers could be in the race. The two teams could be battling it out for a Future Hall of Famer.
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