Thompson joins Heat on a two-year, $11.5 million contract.

August 24th - According to the Associated Press, Klay Thompson has officially signed a two-year , $ 11.5 million contract with the Miami Heat , with a player option for the second year. The 36- year-old four-time NBA champion will form a new core lineup alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo, who joined the Heat this summer.

“ Klay is one of the most iconic players in NBA history, ” Heat president Pat Riley said of Thompson’s signing. “ As a four-time NBA champion, he has experienced countless high-stakes games and can contribute on both ends of the court, making him a perfect fit for our current roster. Everyone knows how good his shot is, but he brings so much more than just three-pointers. We are thrilled that Klay ultimately chose Miami and will join the team in our pursuit of a championship. ”

Thompson currently ranks fourth on the NBA's all-time three-point shooting list, with a career three-point percentage of 41% . Last season, he once again surpassed 200 three-pointers in a single season , marking the 11th time in his career he has achieved this feat. For the Heat, who desperately need space on the perimeter, Thompson's shooting ability will create more offensive space for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.

This summer, the Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis through trades , signed Tim Hardaway Jr., and now have Thompson, further enhancing their roster strength.

Previously, Thompson reached a buyout agreement with the Mavericks, ending his two-year career in Dallas. Now joining the Heat, Thompson will begin a new chapter in his career and strive for his fifth NBA championship trophy.

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