It’s the end of a chapter and even a dynasty! The Athletic reports that the Warriors are preparing to lose Klay Thompson, and that to help him sign where he wants, they could set up a “sign-and-trade”. Three franchises would be particularly interested in his services: the Lakers, the Clippers and the Mavericks. The four-time NBA champion would be “determined” to find a new team, and he would like to stay in the West. Which eliminates the possible leads from Philadelphia and Orlando, who have the means to afford it.
A lifelong Golden State player, Thompson has had no contact with his management for two weeks, and no offer has been made. What is sticking is the length of a possible contract. The Warriors do not want to go beyond two years, while the “Splash Brother” wants a contract of at least three seasons.
He could see himself playing with LeBron James…
The Clippers will have to be closely monitored since Paul George has chosen to exercise his release clause, and the two teams could set up a double “sign-and-trade” to exchange the two players. For the Mavericks and the Lakers, it will be necessary to accumulate at least two or three players so that the salaries match. Unless Thompson agrees to play for the “mid-level exception” set at $12.9 million. He would be “intrigued” by the idea of playing with LeBron James…
