Miami Heat interested in Klay Thompson of Dallas Mavericks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The Miami Heat have expressed strong interest in acquiring Klay Thompson from the Dallas Mavericks, according to a report. Thompson is in the final season of a three-year contract and is set to earn $17.5 million for the 2026-27 season. The Heat aim to enhance their outside shooting after bringing in Giannis Antetokounmpo. They are also pursuing LeBron James but remain committed to adding Thompson regardless of James' decision. Thompson has discussed uncertainty about his future in Dallas, highlighting that things can change quickly in the NBA.
- •Thompson's contract expires after the 2026-27 season.
- •He averaged 11.7 points and shot 38.3% from three last season.
- •Miami seeks to improve its roster after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- •Thompson has family ties to the Heat through his father, Mychal.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Heat reportedly have 'strong interest' in acquiring Mavericks sharpshooter Klay Thompson
"The 36-year-old is entering the final season of a three-year deal with Dallas and is owed $17.5 million this year.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Sep 3, 2026, 11:21 PMRanking the NBA’s Worst-Positioned Franchises for the Future
NBA•Sep 3, 2026, 11:01 PMLakers Linked to 24-Year-Old Superstar PF in Potential Austin Reaves Trade
NBA•Sep 3, 2026, 10:51 PMAndrew Wiggins speaks about 'amazing' reunion with Klay Thompson
NBA•Sep 3, 2026, 10:19 PMJonathan Kuminga Contract History After Joining Minnesota Timberwolves
NBA•Sep 3, 2026, 9:19 PMNew Details On Jarred Vanderbilt’s Future As Lakers Pursue Trade
NBA•Sep 3, 2026, 9:01 PMWhen will OKC Thunder play on NBA TV during 2026-27 regular season?