When the Dallas Mavericks signed Klay Thompson over the summer, fans were eager to see him team up with Luka Doncic. Throughout Doncic’s career, Dallas hadn’t always provided him with elite shooters, making Thompson—one of the best in history—a highly anticipated addition. His exceptional shooting played a key role in securing four championships for the Golden State Warriors, and fans were excited to witness the next phase of his career in Dallas.
Thompson was thrilled to join forces with Doncic and chase a championship with the Mavericks this season. However, the team’s roster has undergone major changes since the summer. At the trade deadline, Dallas moved on from Doncic, and instead of competing for a title, they are now battling for a spot in the Play-In Tournament with less than two weeks left in the season.
This situation is likely far from what Thompson anticipated when he joined Dallas, as he saw himself as a key piece to help the Mavericks reach the NBA Finals. However, despite the challenging circumstances, he remains committed to his new team in Dallas.
Klay Thompson makes bold proclamation about his future in Dallas
After the Mavericks’ victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday, Thompson reflected on his time in Dallas, playing alongside Anthony Davis, and shared his thoughts on the future—remarks that should excite Mavericks fans.
“I love being his teammate and playing alongside him,” Thompson said about Davis. “I’m looking forward to building not just for this season but for the future. We have a deep and talented team, and one day, Kyrie will return to the lineup. That will be a special moment when we can share the court together again.”
Thompson reflected on his past success playing alongside Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis, expressing his desire to continue that momentum in Dallas. Having teamed up with them during the 2014 FIBA World Cup, where they won a gold medal, he seems fully committed to staying put and has no interest in playing elsewhere.
His departure from the Golden State Warriors was turbulent, as he felt undervalued regarding his role and contract negotiations. Many believed he would finish his career in the Bay Area, and some Warriors fans held onto that hope even after rumors suggested otherwise. Now, watching him thrive in Dallas and focus on the future serves as a tough blow to those still attached to his time in Golden State.
Warriors fans know Thompson better than anyone, having supported him throughout his 13-year career in Golden State. Now, it appears he’s prepared to show that same loyalty to Dallas.
“We won a world championship together in 2014, so it’d be very nice to end our careers together, or at least my career with them, and hopefully win at a high level,” Thompson said.
