Should the Houston Rockets sign Klay Thompson in free agency?

Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors has been a thorn in the side of the Houston Rockets franchise for years. However, given that Thompson will likely leave the Warriors this offseason, the future Hall of Famer should be at the top of the Rockets’ wish list.

The Rockets finished the 2023-24 season with a below-average 3-point shooting team. They shot 35.2 percent from behind the arc, finishing the season ranked 23rd. Although general manager Rafael Stone says he “likes” the current team that improved to 41-41, improving Houston’s 3-point shooting should be his main focus when revamping the team for the season next.

Thompson may not be the 3-point shooter who continued to take down the Rockets in his prime. However, he remains a solid option who can help Houston improve its shooting.

Last season, averaging 17.9 points, Thompson shot 38.7 percent from behind the arc. Given that Fred VanVleet also shot 38.7 percent to lead the Rockets, Thompson would easily take the helm as Houston’s best 3-point shooter.

The only thing that would stop the Rockets from pursuing Thompson is his desire for a big payday. Houston has less cap space than last season, making a Thompson deal nearly impossible.

Thompson is 34 years old and entering the final years of his Hall of Fame career. He began his career in 2011 as a first-round pick (No. 11 overall) by the Warriors.

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