DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 19: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks is defended by Brandon Boston Jr. #11 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half of an Emirates NBA Cup game at American Airlines Center on November 19, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)