Klay Thompson's near-certain move to the Miami Heat stems from a buyout agreement reached with the Dallas Mavericks on August 21, 2026, freeing the 36-year-old sharpshooter from the final year of his contract. Dallas, amid a youth-focused rebuild around Cooper Flagg and new front-office leadership, accommodated Thompson's preference to join a contender rather than extend his tenure on a non-competitive roster. The Heat, bolstered by their Giannis Antetokounmpo acquisition and frontcourt pairing with Bam Adebayo, prioritized Thompson's perimeter spacing and off-ball shooting to address roster needs after earlier free-agent pivots. Trader consensus reflects the immediacy of reports confirming a two-year, approximately $13 million deal with a player option once waivers clear. Minimal odds on alternatives like the Lakers acknowledge the remote chance of a waiver claim or last-minute shift, though no credible reports support such outcomes.
Experimental AI-generated summary referencing Polymarket data. This is not trading advice and plays no role in how this market resolves. · UpdatedMiami Heat 97.4%
Los Angeles Lakers <1%
Memphis Grizzlies <1%
Phoenix Suns <1%
Miami Heat
97%
Los Angeles Lakers
1%
Memphis Grizzlies
<1%
Phoenix Suns
<1%
Utah Jazz
<1%
Washington Wizards
<1%
Atlanta Hawks
<1%
Boston Celtics
<1%
Cleveland Cavaliers
<1%
Indiana Pacers
<1%
Milwaukee Bucks
<1%
New York Knicks
<1%
Orlando Magic
<1%
Portland Trail Blazers
<1%
Toronto Raptors
<1%
Brooklyn Nets
<1%
Charlotte Hornets
<1%
Chicago Bulls
<1%
Dallas Mavericks
<1%
Denver Nuggets
<1%
Detroit Pistons
<1%
Golden State Warriors
<1%
Houston Rockets
<1%
LA Clippers
<1%
Minnesota Timberwolves
<1%
New Orleans Pelicans
<1%
Oklahoma City Thunder
<1%
Philadelphia 76ers
<1%
Sacramento Kings
<1%
San Antonio Spurs
<1%
Miami Heat 97.4%
Los Angeles Lakers <1%
Memphis Grizzlies <1%
Phoenix Suns <1%
Miami Heat
97%
Los Angeles Lakers
1%
Memphis Grizzlies
<1%
Phoenix Suns
<1%
Utah Jazz
<1%
Washington Wizards
<1%
Atlanta Hawks
<1%
Boston Celtics
<1%
Cleveland Cavaliers
<1%
Indiana Pacers
<1%
Milwaukee Bucks
<1%
New York Knicks
<1%
Orlando Magic
<1%
Portland Trail Blazers
<1%
Toronto Raptors
<1%
Brooklyn Nets
<1%
Charlotte Hornets
<1%
Chicago Bulls
<1%
Dallas Mavericks
<1%
Denver Nuggets
<1%
Detroit Pistons
<1%
Golden State Warriors
<1%
Houston Rockets
<1%
LA Clippers
<1%
Minnesota Timberwolves
<1%
New Orleans Pelicans
<1%
Oklahoma City Thunder
<1%
Philadelphia 76ers
<1%
Sacramento Kings
<1%
San Antonio Spurs
<1%
If Klay Thompson does not officially join a new team by October 20, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Dallas Mavericks”.
If Klay Thompson joins a team that is not listed, this market will resolve to “Other”.
If Klay Thompson is released, retires, or is not under contract with any professional team by October 20, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
An official trade announcement prior to the market’s close date will immediately resolve this market to the corresponding option.
The primary resolution sources for this market will be official announcements from the Dallas Mavericks and/or the acquiring team. A consensus of credible media reporting may also be used to resolve the market.
Market Opened: Jul 31, 2026, 1:28 PM ET
Resolver
0x69c47De9D...If Klay Thompson does not officially join a new team by October 20, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Dallas Mavericks”.
If Klay Thompson joins a team that is not listed, this market will resolve to “Other”.
If Klay Thompson is released, retires, or is not under contract with any professional team by October 20, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
An official trade announcement prior to the market’s close date will immediately resolve this market to the corresponding option.
The primary resolution sources for this market will be official announcements from the Dallas Mavericks and/or the acquiring team. A consensus of credible media reporting may also be used to resolve the market.
Resolver
0x69c47De9D...Klay Thompson's near-certain move to the Miami Heat stems from a buyout agreement reached with the Dallas Mavericks on August 21, 2026, freeing the 36-year-old sharpshooter from the final year of his contract. Dallas, amid a youth-focused rebuild around Cooper Flagg and new front-office leadership, accommodated Thompson's preference to join a contender rather than extend his tenure on a non-competitive roster. The Heat, bolstered by their Giannis Antetokounmpo acquisition and frontcourt pairing with Bam Adebayo, prioritized Thompson's perimeter spacing and off-ball shooting to address roster needs after earlier free-agent pivots. Trader consensus reflects the immediacy of reports confirming a two-year, approximately $13 million deal with a player option once waivers clear. Minimal odds on alternatives like the Lakers acknowledge the remote chance of a waiver claim or last-minute shift, though no credible reports support such outcomes.
Experimental AI-generated summary referencing Polymarket data. This is not trading advice and plays no role in how this market resolves. · Updated



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