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Curry Opens Door to Klay Thompson Return as Mavericks Prepare to Test Trade Market

Dallas is expected to gauge interest before the Feb. 5 deadline, with Thompson’s remaining salary plus recent decline making a deal challenging.

Overview

  • Stephen Curry told ESPN he misses Klay Thompson and said he would call him to say, “We want you back,” if a reunion opportunity arises.
  • Klay Thompson did not commit to a return, telling ESPN, “I don’t know,” when asked about rejoining the Warriors before he retires.
  • ESPN reports Mavericks co-interim GMs Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi are expected to explore Thompson’s market ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline.
  • Thompson is owed more than $17 million next season and has shifted into a reduced role, averaging 11.1 points on 37.0% shooting and 36.1% from three this season.
  • Coverage notes a slight uptick in recent three-point accuracy, while separate opinion pieces have floated uncorroborated trade scenarios, including a hypothetical three-team deal involving Stephen Curry.