LeBron James has a great rapport with Tristan Thompson. It is understandable since they have been playing together for a long time. They were even part of the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers championship-winning side. These two NBA stars go back a long way. After a long time, these two guys have been reunited again in the Purple and Gold franchise. Tristan Thompson joined the Los Angeles Lakers at a time when the team was looking for a rebounding specialist. He has been doing pretty well, and the Lakers are progressing well too. The Lakers have reached the playoffs shocking everybody. Anyway, The Athletic recently released its anonymous NBA player poll like every year. There were many questions like “Who has been the best defender this season?” and “Who should get the MVP of the league?”
Among all these questions, there was the controversial question, “Who’s the most overrated player?” As per the pattern of these questions, there were quite a few options like Trae Young, Julius Randle, Rudy Gobert, and so on. Moreover, in multiple choice questions, there is always an option of “others,” or “all of the above,” or “none of the above.” Most of the anonymous players chose the other option. They had the option to suggest who they think is the most overrated. An anonymous player has mentioned the name of Tristan Thompson. According to that unknown player, Thompson has made a career out of his dynamic with LeBron James.
Fans Have Shared Their Opinion On Tristan Thompson
There are some fans who think Tristan is not that bad. But, there are also people who mentioned that they did not even notice him after he returned wearing the purple and gold jersey. Furthermore, there are fans of the Lakers concerned about the value of the aged star. Tristan Thompson is not in his prime anymore. Hence, the concern is exactly how much value he brings to the squad. How helpful can the fans expect him to be?
Such a bad take. TT is big time. Relentless energy on offensive boards, great overall rebounder, great on defense.
— Alan Soclof (@AlanSoclof) April 19, 2023
Has worked tirelessly to improve his games over the years.
An anonymous player calls Tristan Thompson the most overrated player in the NBA
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) April 19, 2023
“Someone like him has made a whole career out of playing with LeBron.”
(Via @TheAthletic https://t.co/Pdjl5I0puR) pic.twitter.com/ZdvgwY5USt
The Lakers have been through a very challenging time. Hence, the fans’ concern is valid. The LA side could have had a better contribution from a younger and more energetic athlete in the lineup. However, it seems LeBron James has faith in Tristan Thompson. The Lakers have reached the playoffs and had a good start against the Grizzlies. Currently, the series is 1-1. Only time will tell how far the Lakers will go with Tristan Thompson.
Thompson Back In Game
Thompson has often been highlighted in the media for his relationship with one of the Kardashian sisters. Tristan has a complicated relationship with Khloe Kardashian. They have been in an on-again-off-again relationship. However, this couple has got two children. Their second child, a baby boy, was born last year and is a surrogate baby.
Other than his relationship with Khloe Kardashian, Tristan was also visible in the media as he joined ESPN as an NBA analyst. Nobody really expected him to resume his playing career. His last stint in NBA was also not that impressive. However, that comment of the anonymous NBA player wreaked havoc on social media. Different fans have different opinions, as some agree, and some support Tristan Thompson.