Klay Thompson Triggers Bidding War

Klay Thompson's time with the Dallas Mavs may be coming to an end, with the team looking to trade him.

What happened?

The Mavs are trying to create a mini-bidding war for Thompson, with the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets showing interest.

Why it matters for Klay Thompson

Thompson, who averaged 11.7 points per game last season, could be a valuable asset for a team looking for a shooter.

What comes next?

The Mavs are exploring options, including a potential trade with the Clippers for Kawhi Leonard, with Thompson as part of the package.

The Lakers, led by LeBron James, may be interested in reuniting with Thompson, but they need to figure out their future first.

And in Houston, keeping Kevin Durant happy is the top priority, so a reunion with Thompson may depend on Durant's approval.

Thompson is entering the final year of his contract, worth $17.46 million, which could be valuable for a team looking for a player and an expiring contract.

The Mavs may need to pick up some of the financial tab to make a trade work, but they seem willing to explore options.

On the court, Thompson proved he can still contribute, shooting 38.3 percent from three last season without an elite set-up man.

As the Mavs rebuild under new head coach Dusty May, Thompson's future with the team looks uncertain.

But with his skills and experience, he could still be a valuable asset for a team looking to make a push in the NBA.

The Mavs are taking a proactive approach, visiting with the Clippers about a potential trade, and it will be interesting to see what happens next.

For now, Thompson's future remains up in the air, but one thing is certain - he still has something to offer in the NBA.