Klay Thompson shoots poorly in Miami Heat preseason but remains confident

Klay Thompson struggled with his shooting in his first preseason with the Miami Heat, going 7-for-26 overall and 3-for-20 from three-point range across four exhibition games. Nonetheless, he expressed confidence about improving once the regular season begins. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra also backed Thompson, emphasizing that the preseason is about finding his rhythm. As the Heat prepare for their season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday, Thompson is focusing on adjustments and adapting to his new team's system.

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