Golden State Warriors’ icon Klay Thompson has moved on from the team, signing a deal with the Dallas Mavericks. His father, Mychal Thompson, a former Lakers player and a current broadcaster for the team, expressed his regret over Klay’s decision not to join the Los Angeles Lakers.
Mychal’s Emotional Response
During a radio appearance, Mychal revealed: I was hoping and praying he’d finish his career with the Lakers.
This conveys the deep sense of disappointment felt by Mychal as he had always expected Klay to play for his hometown team.
Klay’s Strain with Golden State
Klay’s departure from Golden State follows a period of mounting tension. Over his storied 13-year career with the Warriors, Klay amassed incredible achievements but recent years saw sporadic injuries. Added to this strain was public commentary like Kendrick Perkins stating It’s actually time for Golden State to move on from Klay Thompson.
Lakers’ Enticing Offer Not Enough
The Lakers put in significant effort to secure Klay, even offering a more lucrative contract than Dallas, revealed Chris Haynes: So, not only did the Lakers make a big effort to sign Thompson, but they also offered him a bigger contract than Dallas by at least $7 million per season. However, it didn’t entice him to join the Lakers.
Ultimately, it came down to personal reasons and strategic gains. Factors such as potential tax benefits in Texas played an instrumental role in Klay’s decision. 
The Mavericks’ Allure
Klay will not only benefit from these financial incentives but also join a squad that recently made an NBA Finals appearance and hosts prominent players like Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving. As Adrian Wojnarowski reported: 
Thompson agreed to a three-year, $50 million deal with a player option.
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