On Monday night, Klay Thompson tied a Mavericks record for three-pointers made in a quarter, hitting seven triples in the first 12 minutes of the game against the Washington Wizards in a 130-108 victory. The only other Maverick to do so in history is the esteemed Luka Doncic, who achieved this in February of 2022.

Dallas Mavericks‘ recent 137-136 nail-biting victory over the New Orleans Pelicans highlighted more than just the team’s collective resilience—it underscored the importance of Klay Thompson’s evolving role within their system.

Avery Johnson joins our 'HQ Spotlight' analysts to discuss Klay Thompson's 3-year $50M deal with the Dallas Mavericks and whether he is the right fit to the team.