Klay Thompson’s rough Heat preseason brings back familiar Warriors concerns

Klay Thompson struggled during his first preseason with the Miami Heat, shooting 26.9% from the floor and 15% from 3-point range across four games. The performance echoes Thompson's history of slow seasonal starts during his tenure with the Golden State Warriors, though the Heat are simultaneously integrating new additions including Giannis Antetokounmpo into their primary rotation.

Writer Peter O'Keefe argues that Thompson no longer possesses the stature to safely play through sustained slumps without risking his minutes. With Tim Hardaway Jr. and Pelle Larsson posting strong preseason numbers off the bench, O'Keefe contends that Thompson risks losing playing time if his shooting woes continue into the regular season.