Tristan Thompson finalizing deal to return to Cleveland Cavaliers, reports says
Center-forward Tristan Thompson is returning to the Cavs, according to a report.
Shams Charania of The Athletic reported Thompson, 32, is coming home to where he won a championship and played on four NBA Finals teams.
C/F Tristan Thompson is finalizing a deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers, CEO of Klutch Sports Rich Paul told @TheAthletic @Stadium. Thompson is set to return to Cleveland where he was part of 2016 NBA title, four Finals runs, now gives Cavs leadership and some frontcourt depth. pic.twitter.com/ayKEu3JOj1
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) September 11, 2023
Sure, the move gives the Cavs some frontcourt depth, but it can also provide a young team with a link to the recent past from a veteran who was productive and appreciated by fans. That link certainly can’t hurt the Cavs in the quest to take the next step in an NBA that can be viewed as wide open.
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In nine seasons with the Cavs Thompson averaged 9.4 points and 8.7 rebounds per game. In his career he is averaging nine points and 8.4 rebounds. He last played for the Indiana Pacers.
The Cavs took Thompson with the fourth overall pick in the 2011 draft. In the same draft, they took point guard Kyrie Irving first overall.
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