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Klay Thompson Seeks Warriors Return, Wants $17.5 M Buyout

7/21/2026

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Klay Thompson said at Fanatics Fest in New York he would like to end his contract by returning to the Golden State Warriors.
He has one year and $17.5 million left on the three-year, $50 million deal signed with the Dallas Mavericks in July 2024.
The Mavericks must trade or buy out the $17.5 million salary.
Despite the Mavericks not signaling willingness to add Moses Moody, fans continue to cheer Thompson at Chase Center games.

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Klay Thompson said at Fanatics Fest in New York he would like to end his contract by returning to the Golden State Warriors.
He has one year and $17.5 million left on the three-year, $50 million deal signed with the Dallas Mavericks in July 2024.
The Mavericks must trade or buy out the $17.5 million salary.
Despite the Mavericks not signaling willingness to add Moses Moody, fans continue to cheer Thompson at Chase Center games.