Klay Thompson lands a solid deal with the Miami Heat as he joins the Eastern Conference powerhouse.
As news broke that the former NBA star is bound to South Beach, Thompson is inking a two-year contract for nearly $13 million, according to ESPN's Tim MacMahon.
The second year would be a player option for Thompson.
Klay Thompson signs with the Miami Heat after Dallas Mavericks buyout exit
Klay Thompson is headed to Miami after securing a split with the Dallas Mavericks.
The Mavericks landed a contract buyout with the former NBA star, who was set to earn $17.5 million in the final season of his three-year, $50 million contract with the franchise.
Thompson expressed a desire to play for a contender, and Dallas decided to let him go after failing to land any trade resolutions this offseason.
Thompson averaged 11.7 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 21.7 minutes last season, shooting 38.3% from three in 69 games. And while he is no longer a lethal shooting star and two-way talent in his Golden State Warriors days, he still remains highly productive and capable of contributing.
As they continue to build around their new era with the duo of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, the addition of Thompson gives the Heat a massive upgrade ahead of a much-awaited 2026-27 NBA season.