Lakers show interest in Klay Thompson amid trade speculation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are considering adding Klay Thompson, a former Warriors guard, as they look to strengthen their roster alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Thompson, a four-time NBA champion and one of the league's top shooters, has reportedly expressed a desire to return to Los Angeles, where he spent part of his childhood and still owns a home. The Miami Heat are also pursuing Thompson as he becomes increasingly sought after. A potential trade remains uncertain as the Dallas Mavericks weigh their options for the player, who has a significant legacy linked to the Lakers through his father, Mychal Thompson.
- •Lakers aim to build around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
- •Klay Thompson desires a return to Los Angeles.
- •Miami Heat also interested in acquiring Thompson.
- •Thompson earned $298 million in his NBA career.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers linked to ex-Warriors $298M generational shooter, 4-time NBA champion, son of Lakers legend
"The Los Angeles Lakers are still looking to build around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. It seems they now have some interest in a son of a former Lakers legend.
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