6 Potential Landing Spots for Klay Thompson
With deadlines for singing new deals having passed, there are a lot of great players on new teams’ next season. Paul George opted out of his deal and became a free agent. I’ve listed potential destinations for George next year. Brandon Ingram is another player in the league playing elsewhere next season. It looks like Ingram will be out in New Orleans and on the move. Klay Thompson is another name that could be wearing another uniform next year. Thompson is a part of the Golden State Warriors dynasty who won four championships. He went through a couple of years of injuries before returning to the team. Klay Thompson will be a free agent for the first time in his 13-year career. Thompson will have his fair share of suitors to continue his Hall-of-Fame career. Below are 6 potential landing spots for Klay Thompson to play next season.
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic is one of the best young teams in the league. They made the playoffs last season as one of the youngest teams in the league. Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner are two of the better young players in the league. Banchero is coming off an All-Star season a couple years after winning NBA Rookie of the Year. The Magic could use a veteran presence on the team moving forward. Klay Thompson not only brings leadership, but also great shooting. It has been rumored that the Magic only want to offer him a short team deal. Thompson could seek a longer-term deal elsewhere if the Magic stand strong on the 2-year deal.
Dallas Mavericks
The Mavs are coming off a season that had them playing in the NBA Finals. They already know that Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are their top two scorers. Dallas could use another scorer and Thompson would be perfect for that role. Klay Thompson is also a champion and would bring that experience and pedigree to this Dallas team. With the addition, the Mavericks would be one of the favorites in the Western Conference next season.
Philadelphia 76ers
We all know that the 76ers are in the market for a third scorer. Tobias Harris and his contract won’t be brought back next season. Harris was on a max deal, so the Sixers have money to spend. Philadelphia’s priority will be to sign Tyrese Maxey to a long-term deal. The Sixers could be in the running for either Paul George or Brandon Ingram too. Klay Thompson would expand the floor with his outside scoring. If Embiid can remain healthy, the Sixers are one of the favorites in the East. Klay Thompson would make a great addition to this Sixers team. Could you see Klay Thompson in a Sixers uniform next season?
Los Angeles Lakers
It has been rumored that LeBron James is looking to take less to bring Klay Thompson onboard. Thompson is familiar with the franchise seeing his dad was a part of the Showtime Lakers. Thompson would be the shooter the Lakers would need. Thompson would play great off Lebron, and this move could resurrect his career. While on paper this looks great, but the Lakers need younger legs. Los Angeles could be in win mode now and will be trying to get another championship before Lebron retires.
Oklahoma City Thunder
Oklahoma City is a lot like Orlando as being one of the best young teams in the league. The Thunder finished atop of the Western Conference last season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was runner-up in the league MVP race a year ago. Oklahoma City have already begun making moves to bring in veterans this offseason. Oklahoma City sent Josh Giddy to the Bulls for Alex Carusso. The Thunder bringing in Klay Thompson would make a lot of sense. Thompson could bring in his veteran presence and Oklahoma City could make a Finals run.
Los Angeles Clippers
The final potential destination for Klay Thompson could be the Los Angeles Clippers. With Los Angeles moving into a new arena, having Klay Thompson could be huge. The Clippers will be without Paul George after he declined his option. Thompson would remain in the state of California. Should the Clippers being in another aging star to play alongside Kawhi Leonard? Will James Harden come back to be a part of this Clippers team? Klay Thompson would be a great fit, but would it culminate in a championship run?
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