Mavericks eye Nikola Jovic in potential Klay Thompson trade with Heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 2:47 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Dallas Mavericks are exploring a trade for Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic as they negotiate Klay Thompson's future. With Thompson's $17.5 million contract in its final year, Dallas needs a real player in return rather than a simple salary dump. Jovic's $16.2 million salary aligns well for a direct swap, fitting into the Mavericks' plans to build around rookie Cooper Flagg. Miami has shown significant interest in Thompson, fueling discussions for a potential trade that could involve draft assets as well.
- •Mavericks seek to offload Klay Thompson while maximizing value.
- •Nikola Jovic's salary closely matches Thompson's, facilitating a trade.
- •Miami is actively pursuing Thompson through trades and buyouts.
- •Jovic recently signed a four-year, $62.4 million contract with the Heat.
- •Negotiations may include draft picks alongside Jovic in a trade package.
- 2:47 PMYahoo Sports — Heat’s 6-foot-10 forward linked to Mavericks amid Klay Thompson talks
"Mavericks could seek a trade with the Miami Heat for Nikola Jovic to match Klay Thompson's salary and build around rookie star Cooper Flagg.
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