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Klay Thompson Isn't LeBron James, Lakers' Missing Piece to Title Win Amid NBA Rumors

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Klay Thompson's departure from the Golden State Warriors, a team with which he won four NBA titles and established a Hall of Fame-worthy resume, is imminent.

LeBron James would love for Thompson to stay in California.

NBA insider Marc Stein reported that James is hopeful the Lakers can get a deal done for the 34-year-old forward.

Thompson may not be the player he once was but he still has plenty to offer a contending team offensively and defensively. He scored 17.9 a game this season, 3.3 rebounds, 2.