Thompson Sets Sights on Robinson's Heat Three-Point Mark
Klay Thompson, who joined the Miami Heat via a buyout from Dallas, has expressed interest in breaking Duncan Robinson's single-season franchise record of 270 three-pointers. Thompson made 198 threes last season while averaging 11.7 points per game in limited minutes. With Giannis Antetokounmpo drawing defensive attention, Thompson expects more open looks as a likely starter.
Thompson's pursuit of Robinson's mark would require a significant uptick in volume. He averaged roughly 4.7 three-point attempts per game in Dallas while logging just 21 minutes nightly, yet still connected on 198 triples. A starting role alongside Antetokounmpo, whose presence draws heavy defensive attention, could create cleaner catch-and-shoot opportunities than Thompson has seen in years. His career-best season came four years ago when he launched ten threes per game across 33 minutes, finishing with 301 makes. That workload, combined with Miami's spacing needs, suggests the record is at least mathematically within reach.
Thompson's stated ambition could energize Miami's fan base and raise expectations for the team's offensive ceiling this season. If he approaches Robinson's record, it may shift how analysts evaluate the Heat's championship viability and how opposing defenses allocate resources. Younger players and fans could also see the chase as a model of veteran dedication, reinforcing that individual milestones matter most when they serve team success.