Dallas Mavericks' star Kyrie Irving praised Klay Thompson’s significant impact in NBA games. 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.

P.J. Washington scored 25 points, making all four of his 3-point attempts in the fourth quarter, and Kyrie Irving added 25 points and six assists as the Dallas Mavericks outlasted the New Orleans Pelicans 137-136.

"It reminds you that there’s greatness still within you," Thompson said after a blistering first quarter against the Wizards.

The Dallas Mavericks will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in a regular season matchup on Wednesday. Ahead of the game, eight Mavericks players, including Klay Thompson, appear on the injury report, though Kyrie Irving is confirmed to play against Minnesota.

Kyrie Irving is available against the Thunder, but seven Mavericks have been ruled out for the game on Thursday night.

Klay Thompson weighed in on the rumored potential All-Star 3-point contest that would see him and former Golden State Warriors teammate Steph Curry face off against WNBA stars Sabrina Ionescu and Cait

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Klay Thompson’s seven first-quarter 3-pointers led the Dallas Mavericks to a 130-108 win over the Wizards, extending Washington’s losing streak to 14 games.

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NBA insider believes Mavericks could trade first-round pick before deadline Zion Williamson and Klay Thompson each got off to solid starts for their respective teams, as the Pelicans and Mavericks traded buckets early on.