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In today's NBA dynamics, the focus is on the Mavericks and their strategic moves. Recent news revealed that Jones Jr., who had performed well in the playoffs, failed to reach a contract extension with the Mavericks and instead opted to sign a three-year, $30 million contract with the Clippers. This contract is fully guaranteed with no options attached, but comes with a 5% margin on the trade.
Jones Jr.'s departure has raised questions among fans, especially after he has contributed significantly to the team's success in the playoffs. According to reports, the Mavericks gave up Jones Jr. in order to free up enough salary space to chase another big-name star, Klay Thompson.
Klay Thompson, the Warriors' forward shooter, has been in the spotlight recently due to contract extensions. Not only the Mavericks, but also the Lakers and Clippers have expressed a strong interest in him. However, according to reliable sources, the Mavericks are ahead of their other competitors in the pursuit of Klay. It's no coincidence that the Mavericks have set the stage for a possible trade by signing former Pelicans player Marshall on a three-year, $27 million contract. Industry analysts believe that this signing is in preparation for Marshall, as well as other assets such as Green and Kleber and draft picks, in exchange for Klay Thompson.
Haynes of the Athletic spoke about the situation on NBA TV, noting that the Mavericks are the frontrunners for Klay Thompson's next stop. In addition to meeting Klay's high salary requirements, the Mavericks can also provide him with a good fit environment. With the combination of Doncic and Irving, Klay will have more open shots, which is undoubtedly ideal for his career development.
For the Lakers, despite the sincere pursuit of Klay, it seems that they may need to rethink their strategy for now. The Mavericks' advantage in salary space and team structure makes them even more competitive when it comes to Klay Thompson's transfer.
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