Klay Thompson excited about joining Miami Heat after Mavericks buyout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 3:37 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Klay Thompson has joined the Miami Heat on a two-year, $11.5 million contract after a buyout with the Dallas Mavericks. He expressed enthusiasm for the Miami climate, stating it has made his joints feel good. Thompson left about $9.8 million on the table to pursue a championship with Miami, which has revamped its roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo. He aims to reach the top three in all-time three-pointers this season, needing 75 more to surpass Ray Allen.
- •Thompson signed with the Heat after leaving the Mavericks.
- •He cites Miami's climate as beneficial for his health.
- •Miami's roster includes Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.
- •Thompson needs 75 three-pointers to pass Ray Allen on the all-time list.
- •Training camp is approaching as the season begins.
- 3:37 PMYahoo Sports — ‘My joints just feel good’: Klay Thompson’s first reaction to life with the Heat
"Klay Thompson signed a lean two-year deal with the Miami Heat and says the climate already has his joints feeling good.
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