Mavericks Notes: Thompson, Buyout, Schmitz, Biberovic
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Key Points:
- Klay Thompson agreed to give back approximately $9.8 million of his $17.5 million salary for the 2026/27 season as part of his buyout agreement with the Dallas Mavericks.
- Thompson’s new contract with the Miami Heat is expected to pay him around $13 million over two years, indicating he took a pay cut to join a team closer to championship contention after their trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- The Mavericks reduced their roster to 15 players on standard deals and moved from about $2 million below the luxury tax line to roughly $11.8 million under it, increasing their financial flexibility for potential trades.
- This salary cap maneuvering positions Dallas to be more active in upcoming trades either during the offseason or before the February trade deadline.
