Klay Thompson, a five-time All-Star and key player in the Golden State Warriors’ four NBA championships, is leaving the team after 13 years. The 34-year-old shooting guard has decided to sign a three-year, $50 million deal with the Dallas Mavericks, who were the winners of the Western Conference in the previous season. This move is part of a multi-team sign-and-trade, with the Mavericks also sending Josh Green to the Charlotte Hornets. Thompson had received offers from other teams with more money, but he chose to take a pay cut in the hopes of helping the Mavericks reach the NBA Finals.
Thompson’s departure marks the end of an era for the Warriors, where he formed a legendary duo with Stephen Curry as part of the “Splash Bros.” Their exceptional shooting skills and on-court chemistry led to numerous victories and accolades for the team. With Thompson’s move, Curry is now the longest-tenured player on the Warriors’ roster.
Despite facing injuries that sidelined him for two seasons, Thompson has remained a valuable player in the league. He may not have performed at his best this past season, but he still managed to rank second in the NBA for three-pointers made. Joining forces with players like Kyrie Irving and Luka Dončić in Dallas, Thompson has the potential to continue being a sharpshooting threat on the court.
As of now, it is unclear what assets the Warriors will receive in the multi-team trade involving Thompson. Fans will surely miss seeing Thompson in the blue and yellow Warriors jersey, but they can look forward to watching him make an impact with the Mavericks in the upcoming season. Stay updated on the latest sports news by following Fox News Digital’s coverage and subscribing to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.