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Klay Thompson's Bizarre Shot Clock Violation Left NBA Fans Scratching Their Heads

Karl Rasmussen

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson commits a shot clock violation against the Phoenix Suns
Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson commits a shot clock violation against the Phoenix Suns / Screenshot via ClutchPoints on X
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Klay Thompson was whistled for a shot clock violation during the first quarter against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, as the Dallas Mavericks sharpshooter seemingly couldn't come to a decision as to what he wanted to do with the ball.

Thompson received a pass from Spencer Dinwiddie on the perimeter with about seven seconds left on the shot clock and turned to face the basket. Guarded by Mason Plumlee, Thompson proceeded to attempt a couple of jab steps before trying to step back and create some space for a shot. He didn't shoot, however, as the veteran guard kept drifting out to his left while dribbling before flinging a pass to Dante Exum while the shot clock expired.

The 35-year-old appeared to lose track of the shot clock, and he looked a bit surprised when he realized that the clock had expired after his pass to Exum.

Thompson's lack of awareness about the situation was rather perplexing, and the incident led to some wise cracks from NBA fans on social media.

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Karl Rasmussen
KARL RASMUSSEN

Karl Rasmussen is a staff writer for the Breaking and Trending News team for Sports Illustrated. A University of Oregon alum who joined SI in February 2023, his work has appeared on 12up and ClutchPoints. Rasmussen is a loyal Tottenham, Jets, Yankees and Ducks fan.

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