Miami Heat expected to sign Klay Thompson after Mavericks buyout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:39 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Miami Heat are preparing to sign former Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson following his buyout with the Dallas Mavericks. Thompson expressed a desire to play for a contender and successfully negotiated a buyout from his $17.5 million contract. The Heat have prioritized adding Thompson to bolster their roster alongside recent addition Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Thompson averaged 11.7 points per game last season while shooting nearly 39% from three-point range. The Heat are expected to finalize his signing as he clears waivers.
- •Klay Thompson is a four-time NBA champion.
- •Thompson averaged 11.7 points last season with Dallas.
- •Miami prioritized signing a proven shooter for the 2026-27 season.
- •Current contract details indicate a buyout from Mavericks.
- 7:39 PMYahoo Sports — Heat expected to sign ex-Warriors star after buyout
"According to an NBA insider, the Miami Heat are reportedly preparing to sign a former Golden State Warriors standout guard.
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