Quick Bytes
- Klay Thompson signs a three-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks.
- Mychal Thompson, Klay’s father, expresses disappointment over his son not joining the Lakers.
- LeBron James set to sign a max contract with the Lakers after unsuccessful bid for Thompson.
Thompson’s Trade Decision Leaves Father Disappointed
In a surprising turn of events, NBA star Klay Thompson has chosen to sign with the Dallas Mavericks over the Los Angeles Lakers, his father’s former team.
Despite the Lakers’ efforts and the personal hopes of Mychal Thompson, Klay has agreed to a lucrative three-year, $50 million contract with the Mavericks. Mychal, a Lakers legend and current radio color commentator, shared his feelings on Sirius XM NBA Radio, revealing his wish for Klay to finish his career with the Lakers. He recounted his attempts to persuade Klay, emphasizing the family’s ties to the franchise and Klay’s childhood admiration for Kobe Bryant. Ultimately, Klay made his own decision, leaving Mychal to respect his son’s choice and the path he’s taken.
Meanwhile, the Lakers are set to retain LeBron James, who is expected to sign a new contract at or near the maximum salary allowed. This comes after speculation that James might take a pay cut to facilitate the acquisition of a high-profile free agent like Thompson. With Thompson’s move to the Mavericks, the Lakers will now have to explore other options to bolster their roster.
