The Lakers once proposed a 4-year, 80 million signing in exchange for Klay, but the latter gave the Mavericks a 3-year, 50 million signing after careful consideration.

TA reporters Joe Vardon, Christian Clark and Sam Amick jointly wrote an article, revealing some insider information about the Mavericks' firing of general manager Nico Harrison, and mentioned some of the circumstances when Clay signed with the Mavericks.

"As reported at the time, the Lakers and Klay Thompson discussed a four-year, $80 million contract after the free agent market opened. If the Warriors cooperate with a sign-and-trade, the contract will be far more than the three-year, $50 million contract the Mavericks finally gave him. But Doncic's superior strength and the opportunity to partner with Irving in the backcourt are extremely attractive. When faced with the Lakers When faced with the choice of teaming up with Davis and playing alongside the Mavericks stars, Thompson finally chose the latter after careful consideration. He did not know at the time that the upcoming star swap would make him the most disgraceful team in basketball history. "

Clay was relegated to the bench this season, averaging only 7.4 points per game, shooting 26.7% from three-point range, and 31.4% from the field.