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5 Most Important Things Klay Thompson Said at His Miami Heat Introduction

The Miami Heat officially introduced their newest player, Klay Thompson, on Tuesday. Klay is really happy with his decision and told the media he can’t wait for the season to start.

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The one thing the Miami Heat still have not addressed this offseason

The Miami Heat have made numerous changes to their mediocre roster since last season. This is expected when your team finishes 10th in the Eastern Conference.

Miami Heat News / Fadeaway World / August 26

ESPN Predicts Just 47 Wins For Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat: Is That Way Too Low?

ESPN dropped its early 2026-27 standings predictions, and one number immediately stood out as weird to me. They had the Miami Heat projected at just 47-35, which puts them seventh in the East and behind the Knicks, Pistons, Cavaliers, 76ers, Celtics, and Hawks.

Klay Thompson News / AirJordanChronicles / August 26

Klay Thompson Talks about unexpected Miami Heat welcome after joining team

Klay Thompson’s first talks with his new Miami Heat teammates reminded him of the strong relationships NBA players build. After leaving the Mavericks through a buyout and joining Miami, Thompson said Andrew Wiggins was the first teammate to contact him because he was the only one who had his phone number.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The '10 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

Klay Thompson News / Fadeaway World / August 26

Klay Thompson’s Father Declares It’s Championship-Or-Bust For Heat Next Season

Klay Thompson’s father, Mychal Thompson, might have wanted his son to go to the Los Angeles Lakers, but he is still excited to see him on the Miami Heat.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Tim MacMahon turns Klay Thompson analysis into an Enes Kanter Freedom roast

Enes Kanter Freedom just caught a wild stray from an ESPN analyst. While discussing Klay Thompson’s move to the Miami Heat after a short stint with the Dallas Mavericks, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon couldn’t help himself from taking a shot at aspiring WNBA player Kanter.

Klay Thompson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 26

Heat’s Klay Thompson gets 100% honest on Ray Allen comparisons

Klay Thompson has arrived in South Beach, eager to get to work with the Miami Heat. Thompson is out to prove to everyone that he can still be a key contributor despite being slowed down by knee injuries.

Miami Heat News / HITC / August 26

ESPN analyst takes a dig at ‘desperate’ Enes Kanter while discussing Klay Thompson to Miami Heat

While discussing Klay Thompson’s move to the Miami Heat, one ESPN analyst had some choice words for Enes Kanter. Kanter has made himself one of the central figures in the recent controversy surrounding the WNBA, with his recent push to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Klay Thompson News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Klay Thompson addresses giving up millions in salary to leave Mavericks

Klay Thompson has opened up about his decision to leave money on the table for a chance at better basketball. Thompson turned heads on Tuesday when he agreed to a huge buyout with the Dallas Mavericks to facilitate a move to the Miami Heat.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

Klay Thompson News / Hoops Rumors / August 25

Klay Thompson Seeks “Redemption Season” With Heat

Klay Thompson is aiming for a bounce-back season after joining the Heat. The veteran shooting guard met the media on Tuesday after signing a two-year, $11.5MM contract last week that includes a player option.

Miami Heat News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Heat’s Erik Spoelstra shuts down Klay Thompson-Ray Allen comparison with ‘special’ declaration

MIAMI – With Klay Thompson joining Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo on the Miami Heat, there is one player that fans have been comparing the signing to who could have championship gold on their mind.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / August 25