Canadian-American basketball player
Born: March 13, 1991
Tristan Thompson is a Canadian professional basketball player born on March 13, 1991, in Toronto, Ontario. He stands 6 feet 9 inches tall and primarily plays as a power forward/center. Thompson’s basketball journey began in high school, where he gained attention for his athleticism and skill on the court. He attended the University of Texas, playing for the Texas Longhorns for one season before declaring for the NBA draft in 2011.
In the 2011 NBA Draft, Tristan Thompson was selected fourth overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers. He quickly established himself as a key player for the team, known for his rebounding ability, defensive prowess, and tenacity in the paint. Thompson played a significant role in the Cavaliers’ success, including their NBA Championship win in 2016.
Throughout his career, Tristan Thompson has been recognized for his work ethic and contributions to his teams. He’s known for his durability and consistency on both ends of the court. In addition to his time with the Cavaliers, Thompson has also played for the Boston Celtics and the Sacramento Kings.
Off the court, Thompson has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including supporting youth initiatives and charitable organizations. He has also been in the spotlight for his high-profile relationships, including his former relationship with reality TV star Khloé Kardashian, with whom he shares a daughter.
Tristan Thompson’s 5 most popular quotes
- Obviously, everyone wants to play in the NBA, but I think if you handle what’s in front of you first, you’ll get your chance when your name is called.
- I think it’s important at the end of the day. You know, obviously, that playing in the NBA is a great thing, but representing your country at the highest level is something totally different.
- You can talk all you want, but I’m definitely going to bark back.
- It was more my uncle – my mom’s brother – and my aunt who turned me on to hoops. He was more into basketball, and he’d take me to Raptors games. And then my dad started taking me with him. And I started falling in love with the game.
- We’ve all got different ways to deal with adversity as pros, but if you want it and you want to be great, you’ve got to make it happen and fight through it.
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