Miami Heat add Klay Thompson, eye potential signing of Jrue Holiday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Miami Heat signed Klay Thompson on Sunday, finalizing his contract at $5.6 million for the first year. This move follows Thompson's buyout from the Dallas Mavericks, where he averaged 12.9 points per game over two seasons. With Thompson's addition, the Heat retain flexibility to fill their roster, possibly including veteran Jrue Holiday, should he secure a buyout. Former player Jeff Teague suggested that Holiday could be an impactful addition, enhancing the Heat's depth at point guard.
- •Klay Thompson signed a $5.6 million deal with the Heat.
- •Thompson was bought out by the Mavericks after averaging 12.9 points per game.
- •Miami retains flexibility to fill 14th and 15th roster spots.
- •Jrue Holiday could potentially join if bought out.
- •Holiday has earned $319 million in his career.
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"The Miami Heat made a big move over the weekend. They have more room to add and if the opportunity presents itself, they could add on in a big way.
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