Shortly after the conclusion of the game, O’Neal shared his prediction on the TNT broadcast that he believes the newest Mav Klay Thompson will “average 20 a game” and that the team will win the 2025 NBA title.

Luka Doncic had 28 points and 10 rebounds, Klay Thompson added 22 points in his Dallas debut and the Mavericks beat the San Antonio Spurs 120-109 in the opener for both teams Thursday night.

Oct 24, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) warms up before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the San Antonio Spurs at the American Airline