Klay Thompson entered the free agent market, and the three major players were released to join the Lakers and revenge Warriors

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2024-06-18 13:22Published in Guangdong

Klay Thompson has reportedly officially broken with Golden State Warriors management and is preparing to enter the free agent market seeking the last big contract of his career. The 34-year-old Klay Thompson suffered various degrees of major injuries in previous seasons, and the overall performance in these two seasons did not meet expectations.

Therefore, the Golden State Warriors did not show mercy to Klay Thompson in the renewal of the contract, and directly gave a 4-year $100 million salary reduction to extend the contract. But for a top shooter like Klay Thompson, it's worth it for the Golden State Warriors to offer a contract with an annual salary of between $30 million and $35 million.

Insisting on a four-year, $100 million contract also made Klay Thompson think that the Golden State Warriors were insulting him. So he deleted the 2022 championship information and closed the official account of the Golden State Warriors. As if telling the outside world that he was about to leave the Golden State Warriors because of contract issues.

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania on "Run It Back," Klay Thompson will be an unrestricted free agent for the first time this summer.

"It's something we've been talking about for months. I've heard that for the first time in Klay Thompson's career, the door is open to all outside options for an upcoming free agent. He intends to test the waters of the free market. ”

Klay Thompson should indeed test the free agent market, especially after his comeback to win the championship in the 2021-22 season, and he should ask for a contract extension early instead of waiting for the Golden State Warriors to take a pay cut.

"We know the Warriors want him back. They offered him a contract extension before the start of the season. They will see if they can make a deal, but he will look in the market for offers elsewhere. ”

34 years old, averaging 17 points per game, shooting 38% from three-point range, a veteran with excellent playoff and Finals experience, and an annual salary of about $25 million, many teams want it, and the Golden State Warriors definitely want Klay Thompson to renew his contract.

However, looking at the 38-year-old Chris Paul, with an annual salary of up to $30 million in the 2023-24 season, and then looking at the Golden State Warriors' offer of a contract with a lower annual salary than Chris Paul, it is an insult to Klay Thompson.

"Can Orlando stand up? Which team can stand up for Klay Thompson? It's going to be a big problem. But the Warriors will stay in touch with him and see where he ends up. ”

"If he does leave the Warriors who have worked with Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Steve Kerr, it will be the most difficult decision Klay Thompson could make."

Although the Golden State Warriors are interested in renewing Klay Thompson's contract, Klay Thompson also wants to stay. However, with an annual salary of $25 million, the Bay Area's state taxes are the highest of any of the 30 teams. So Klay Thompson's salary may be less than half.

Leaving the Golden State Warriors may be a good choice for Klay Thompson. I didn't focus on making money in the early and middle part of my career, but at the end of my career, I could focus on making money. Klay Thompson's 2024-25 season is the next favorite, and the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder are all the top choices for Klay Thompson's future home.

Recently, Klay Thompson followed the personal account of Orlando Magic leader Banchero, and there is a high probability that he will join the Magic team. However, many fan media have called for Klay Thompson to join the Los Angeles Lakers, even if the Los Angeles Lakers get 4 years and $100 million, it is better than in the Golden State Warriors.

At the very least, LeBron James will take him to some events and make some money off the court. Unlike at the Golden State Warriors, Stephen Curry doesn't bring himself to make money. Staying in the West and getting revenge on the Golden State Warriors may be Klay Thompson's best option.

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