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Klay Thompson eyes 'redemption season' after move to Miami

Klay Thompson is eager to return to the postseason after the Dallas Mavericks finished with a 26-56 record a season ago.

Klay Thompson, formerly part of the Golden State Warriors, is looking to have a redemption season with his new team, the Miami Heat. Thompson moved to Miami from the Dallas Mavericks, where he averaged a career-low 11.7 points per game in a 26-56 season last year. The trade involving Luka Doncic significantly altered the team's outlook.

Thompson expressed his desire to redeem himself in Miami, stating that the season would be an opportunity to prove he can still impact the game and do so consistently. He also commented on missing playoff action, saying, "I just missed out on the postseason. I hate watching from home." Thompson's primary goal for the next couple of years is to have a chance to make a deep postseason run.

Miami's roster now features Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the team is well-positioned to improve upon their 10th-place finish in the Eastern Conference last season. For additional NBA content, listen to the BasketBaltes podcast linked below.

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