The preseason opener showed why Klay Thompson is a perfect fit for the Heat’s starting lineup. READ MORE: Klay Thompson’s value already on display for Heat: ‘It’s a respect thing, and it means a lot’

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Klay Thompson officially signs with Heat after clearing waivers: Thompson, 36, will join forces with Giannis Antetokounmpo on the revamped Heat.

Key FactsKlay Thompson signs with Miami Heat

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Miami confirmed Sunday night that Thompson had signed with the club after clearing waivers.

A league source who was not authorized to speak publicly said the agreement is worth two years and $11.5 million, with a player option in the second year and a 15 percent trade kicker.

The five-time All-Star will play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo and is expected to create more offensive space with his 40.9 percent career three-point accuracy.

The Heat are scheduled to open the regular season at home against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Oct. 21 before hosting the Dallas Mavericks five nights later.

"Klay is one of the most iconic players to ever suit up in the NBA," Heat president Pat Riley said in a statement. "A four-time battle-tested world champion who will fit perfectly into his role as an all-around player at both ends of the court. We all talk about his shooting skill, but there is so much more he brings to the game. We are blessed that Klay chose the Heat in our quest to challenge for championships."— Pat Riley, Heat president, in a statement

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New NBA Rumors Reveal Klay Thompson Gave Up Huge Money on Mavs Contract to Land with Heat

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Multiple reports say Thompson is planning a two-year, $13 million deal with Miami to join Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo.

The 36-year-old Thompson averaged 11.7 points and shot 38.3 percent from three-point range in 69 games for Dallas last season.

Miami could use him as a sixth man behind a starting group of Giannis, Adebayo, Davion Mitchell, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Andrew Wiggins, or start him while moving Hardaway to the bench.

Dallas is rebuilding in part around second-year star Cooper Flagg, and the buyout would allow the team to give more minutes to younger, emerging talents.

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