Miami Heat on verge of landing 3-point whiz Klay Thompson
Sun Sentinel • • sports
Key Points:
- Klay Thompson has negotiated a buyout from the Dallas Mavericks and is set to join the Miami Heat, signing a two-year deal starting above $6 million after clearing waivers.
- Thompson is expected to use most of the Heat's mid-level exception, complementing the team's existing 3-point shooters and providing offensive spacing for stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.
- The Heat's likely starting lineup will include Antetokounmpo, Adebayo, Wiggins, Mitchell, and Thompson, with quality depth from players like Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bobby Portis Jr.
- Thompson, a prolific 3-point shooter and four-time NBA champion, will reunite with Andrew Wiggins, with Heat coach Erik Spoelstra valuing his elite shooting despite some decline in defense due to injuries.
- The Heat currently have 12 players under standard contract, with Thompson becoming the 13th, and plan to leave one roster spot vacant due to salary cap constraints related to acquiring Antetokounmpo.
