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Klay Thompson signs two-year deal with Miami Heat

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Following a period of negotiation and roster management uncertainty, Klay Thompson has officially signed a two-year contract with the Miami Heat, valued between $11.5 million and $13 million. Thompson, 36, arrived in Miami via a buyout from the Dallas Mavericks after reportedly sacrificing approximately $9 million to $10 million of his previous salary to join a contender. He chose the Heat over interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, motivated by the opportunity to play for Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. During his introductory press conference, Thompson expressed a desire for a ‘redemption season’ and noted the appeal of the ‘Heat Culture,’ which he described as demanding and fitness-focused. He has also expressed interest in breaking the franchise record for most three-pointers made in a single season, currently held by Duncan Robinson with 270. While Thompson provides perimeter shooting for a roster that also includes Andrew Wiggins, analysts have raised questions regarding roster fit, specifically how Antetokounmpo and Adebayo will share space in the paint. Former teammate Draymond Green has cautioned against setting unrealistic ~~expectations. Green argued~~ expectations, arguing that framing Thompson as the elite player he was in 2017 sets him up for ~~failure, suggesting~~ failure. Green suggested his role should instead be compared to Ray Allen’s later years in ~~Miami. Green emphasized~~ Miami, noting that Thompson is entering his 16th season and has faced significant injuries. To further bolster the roster, the Heat also signed 28-year-old center Nick Richards to a one-year, $3 million contract to provide physical play and energy.

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