Overview
- Thompson told a fan “never say never” about returning to the Warriors, a short exchange that revived talk of a reunion.
- Reporting says the Mavericks have looked into moving Thompson’s expiring $17.46 million deal, which would make a trade the main on‑paper path for a move.
- Other coverage indicates Dallas is not currently pursuing a buyout, meaning a team would likely need to match salary in a trade unless the Mavs change course.
- ESPN reporting suggests Golden State’s pursuit of LeBron James has cooled, a shift that increases the practical appeal of pursuing a familiar veteran shooter instead.
- A reunion could happen two ways: a matching‑salary trade or a Dallas buyout that sends Thompson to free agency, where teams including Miami and the Lakers have shown interest; his reduced role and scoring in Dallas explain why the Mavericks might move him.