Thompson’s Transition to Dallas Mavericks
Former Golden State Warriors’ sharpshooter Klay Thompson has signed a three-year, $50 million deal (approximately NT$1.6 billion) with the Dallas Mavericks during this offseason. The Mavericks held an introductory press conference for Thompson today (10th), where he shared the reasons behind his move. “Players receive world-class treatment from the Mavericks organization, and I love this city. Moving to Dallas was incredibly appealing,” Thompson stated. He also received a warm welcome from Mavericks’ star Luka Doncic, which made Thompson feel respected.
Reasons Behind Thompson’s Move
At the press conference, Thompson elaborated on his decision to join the Mavericks, saying, “Dallas is so attractive because they have young players, a unique playing style, world-class treatment for players, and passionate basketball fans. These are all key reasons that drew me here.”
According to ESPN, “Thompson was dissatisfied with the lack of respect from the Warriors in contract negotiations, leading to his decision to join the Mavericks and team up with Doncic and Kyrie Irving.” Despite the unceremonious split with the Warriors, Thompson expressed immense gratitude towards his former team.
Doncic’s Gesture of Respect
Thompson revealed at the press conference, “As soon as the trade between the Mavericks and Warriors was finalized, Doncic immediately sent me a congratulatory message. He told me he was ‘very excited’ to battle together, which I absolutely see as a sign of respect.”
Thompson’s Career Achievements
Thompson, who will soon turn 34, has played his entire career with the Warriors, appearing in 793 NBA games. He has averaged 19.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, and boasts a 41.3% three-point shooting accuracy. He has been selected for the All-Star game five times as a Warrior. Last season, Thompson averaged 17.6 points per game, marking his first season scoring below 20 points since the 2013-14 season, with a three-point shooting percentage of 38.7%, the second lowest of his career.
| Season | Games Played | Points per Game | Rebounds per Game | Three-Point Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 793 | 19.6 | 3.5 | 41.3% |
| Last Season | – | 17.6 | – | 38.7% |
Thompson’s move to the Mavericks marks a new chapter in his career, one that fans and analysts will watch with keen interest.(FADA888)