Miami Heat explore trade for Klay Thompson from Dallas Mavericks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:07 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Miami Heat are reportedly interested in acquiring Klay Thompson from the Dallas Mavericks. Following unsuccessful attempts to sign LeBron James, the Heat aim to bolster their roster with the four-time champion. A mock trade proposal suggests Miami could send Nikola Jovic, Dru Smith, and a 2027 second-round pick to Dallas in exchange for Thompson and Caleb Martin. The Mavericks may consider a buyout for Thompson, who has been productive despite his age, averaging 11.7 points in 69 games last season. The potential trade would enhance Miami's three-point shooting capabilities, addressing their current need for floor spacing.
- •Heat show interest in Klay Thompson after missing out on LeBron James
- •Mock trade includes Thompson and Caleb Martin heading to Miami
- •Dallas would receive Nikola Jovic, Dru Smith, and a 2027 second-round pick
- •Thompson averaged 11.7 points per game for the Mavericks last season
- •Miami seeks to improve its three-point shooting with this potential move
- 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — Heat Solve Klay Thompson Problem In Ambitious Mock Trade Proposal
"After missing out on LeBron James in NBA free agency, the Miami Heat wasted no time pivoting to another multi-time NBA champion target. By now, it’s no secret that the Miami Heat are showing plenty of interest in the veteran sharpshooter, Klay Thompson, of the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavericks would obviously prefer getting some value […] The post Heat Solve Klay Thompson Problem In Ambitious Mock Trade Proposal appeared first on HEAVY.
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