Klay Thompson Uncertain About Future With Mavericks After Luka Doncic Trade

The veteran sharpshooter acknowledges the Mavericks' roster changes have impacted his role and production.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:53am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting fragmented basketball players and court elements, representing the uncertainty surrounding Klay Thompson's role with the Dallas Mavericks.Klay Thompson's future with the Mavericks remains uncertain as the team continues to undergo roster changes.Dallas Today

Klay Thompson expressed uncertainty about his future with the Dallas Mavericks, citing the team's recent roster upheaval since he joined two seasons ago. The 36-year-old acknowledged that 'things can change on a dime' in the NBA, and he is unsure if he will remain in Dallas for the final year of his contract.

Why it matters

Thompson's comments come after the Mavericks traded away star Luka Doncic and brought in Anthony Davis, who was later traded away. The team has also dealt with injuries to Kyrie Irving, leading to a diminished role and reduced production for the veteran sharpshooter.

The details

When asked about his future with the Mavericks, Thompson said, 'That's a hard hitter, I'm not sure. I mean, I am under contract, so I do, but I've definitely learned in my time in Dallas that things can change on a dime.' Thompson joined the Mavericks two seasons ago, believing he could be a perfect fit as a shooter and veteran alongside Doncic and Irving. However, the Mavericks' roster has undergone significant changes since then, including the trade of Doncic and the acquisition and subsequent trade of Davis.

  • Two seasons ago, Klay Thompson left the Golden State Warriors to join the Dallas Mavericks.
  • This past season, Klay Thompson played a career-low 21.9 minutes per game for the Mavericks.

The players

Klay Thompson

A 36-year-old veteran sharpshooter who joined the Dallas Mavericks two seasons ago, but has seen his role and production diminish due to roster changes.

Luka Doncic

The former star player for the Dallas Mavericks who was traded away, leading to significant roster changes.

Kyrie Irving

The Mavericks' point guard who suffered an ACL injury and did not play this past season.

Anthony Davis

The veteran player who was acquired by the Mavericks but later traded away.

Cooper Flagg

The young player who has now taken on a larger role with the Mavericks.

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What they’re saying

“That's a hard hitter, I'm not sure. I mean, I am under contract, so I do, but I've definitely learned in my time in Dallas that things can change on a dime.”

— Klay Thompson, Mavericks Player

The takeaway

Klay Thompson's uncertainty about his future with the Mavericks highlights the volatility of the NBA, where roster changes can happen quickly and impact a veteran player's role and production. As the Mavericks continue to reshape their team around younger talent, Thompson's future in Dallas remains unclear.