Mavs buy out Thompson, who could join Heat after fruitless Dallas tenure
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Key Points:
- The Dallas Mavericks and Klay Thompson have agreed on a contract buyout, ending Thompson's two-year stint with the team following the trade of Luka Doncic.
- Thompson plans to sign with the Miami Heat once he clears waivers, potentially as soon as Sunday, according to an anonymous source.
- Thompson's tenure in Dallas was marked by team struggles, including missing the playoffs both seasons and the trade of Doncic, which significantly impacted the franchise.
- The buyout is part of a broader roster overhaul in Dallas, which now features a new front office and coach, with only five players remaining from the opening day roster two years ago.
- Thompson, a five-time All-Star and four-time NBA champion with Golden State, averaged 12.9 points and 39% from three-point range during his time with the Mavericks.
