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Klay Thompson, a five-time All-Star and four-time NBA champion, has agreed to the Dallas Mavericks on a three-year, $50 million deal, as reported by ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
The agreement includes a player option for the final year, but the deal's completion hinges on the Golden State Warriors finalizing their end of the sign-and-trade arrangement, according to Yahoo's Jake Fischer.
Thompson leaves Warriors as a legend
Thompson's move to Dallas marks a significant shift after spending his entire career with the Warriors, where he formed one of the most formidable backcourts in NBA history alongside Stephen Curry.
Over the past decade, Thompson played a pivotal role in securing four championships for Golden State and left an indelible mark with his legendary postseason performances.
Despite his contributions, the Warriors have decided not to retain Thompson, likely due to years of luxury tax burdens and a focus on developing younger talent.
This decision follows their unsuccessful pursuit of Paul George and several draft picks aimed at finding Thompson's potential replacement.
The reported sign-and-trade deal involves sending Josh Green to the Charlotte Hornets.
Warriors betting on Thompson's endurance
Thompson, 34, remains one of the greatest shooters in NBA history.
Last season, he averaged 17.9 points and shot 38.7% from three-point range, demonstrating his enduring impact despite coming off the bench for a stretch.
His ability to recover from significant injuries, including a torn ACL and Achilles tendon, and still produce at a high level underscores his resilience and dedication.
The Warriors reportedly offered Thompson a two-year, $48 million deal last offseason, significantly less than the contracts given to Draymond Green and Jordan Poole.
Thompson declined the offer, leading to a season where the Warriors gradually relied more on rookie shooting guard Brandin Podziemski.
Thompson's departure signals the end of an era for Golden State.
The trio of Curry, Thompson, and Green achieved 518 regular-season and playoff wins, ranking sixth all-time for a trio.
Their 98 playoff wins together are the third-most in NBA history.
Now, Thompson is set to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in Dallas, adding his elite shooting to a Mavericks team that struggled offensively in the NBA Finals.
While the transition from the Warriors' motion offense to the Mavericks' heliocentric system will require adjustments, Thompson's talent makes the move promising for both him and Dallas.