Klay Thompson faces criticism as Miami Heat lose to Mavericks

Klay Thompson drew criticism for his performance in the Miami Heat's 113-109 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on October 27, 2026. The Heat, now 0-4 this season, have struggled to find chemistry despite recent roster changes. Thompson averaged 9.0 points and 1.8 rebounds across the first four games and has been criticized for his shooting performance. A notable moment in the game involved Thompson hitting the side of the backboard on a shot, which went viral on social media, leading to fans voicing their discontent. The Heat will need to address these issues promptly to avoid further decline in the standings.

• 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Klay Thompson ruthlessly mocked by NBA fans for terrible display in Miami’s fourth straight loss