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Heat Chase Klay Thompson Amidst Rival Bids
30 Jul
Summary
- Klay Thompson remains Miami's top priority for perimeter shooting.
- Dallas resists buyout, seeking trade value for Thompson.
- Nikola Jovic is a potential trade asset for Miami.
The Miami Heat's interest in acquiring Klay Thompson has not wavered, though competition for the four-time champion has increased. As of July 30, 2026, Thompson remains Miami's primary target for bolstering perimeter shooting. Reports indicate Dallas is currently resisting a buyout of Thompson's contract.
Instead, the Mavericks are reportedly looking to extract value through a trade for the final year of Thompson's deal. This strategy suggests Dallas believes its roster, potentially around rookie Cooper Flagg, can contend for a play-in spot in the Western Conference. If Dallas maintains this stance, Miami's clearest path to acquiring Thompson would be via trade.
Miami has a potential trade framework involving Nikola Jovic, whose contract could match salaries. Jovic's long-term role with the Heat has become less defined following significant offseason acquisitions. Despite a decline in scoring last season, Thompson's consistent three-point shooting (38.3%) still makes him an attractive complementary piece for a contending team.
