Tristan Thompson is a role player that was rumored as a potential buyout candidate in the last few weeks. The veteran center is a player that knows how to thrive in a limited role and can provide rebounding, energy, and defense.
There were many teams that were linked with Tristan Thompson in the event he got a buyout. The Los Angeles Lakers were notably viewed as a team “to watch” in that scenario. He could have definitely helped them due to his experience and rebounding ability.
Shams Charania has recently revealed that Tristan Thompson has gotten waived by the Indiana Pacers. However, he will not be going to the Los Angeles Lakers, as Thompson reportedly plans to sign with the Chicago Bulls.
The Indiana Pacers will waive center Tristan Thompson, coach Rick Carlisle says. Thompson will sign a new deal with the Chicago Bulls after he clears waivers.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 17, 2022
The Indiana Pacers will waive center Tristan Thompson, coach Rick Carlisle says. Thompson will sign a new deal with the Chicago Bulls after he clears waivers.
A contending team like the Chicago Bulls could definitely find some use for Tristan Thompson as a backup option. He is the perfect player to soak up a few minutes in the rotation behind Nikola Vucevic, and his playoff and championship experience will clearly be useful in the postseason.
The Chicago Bulls are a team that is looking to contend for the NBA championship this season. They have a high-level wing duo featuring Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan, and they are flanked by other good players such as Nikola Vucevic and Lonzo Ball. They are a team nobody will want to face in the playoffs.
Hopefully, we see Tristan Thompson providing the desired impact for the Chicago Bulls. There’s no question that he is a solid player who can impact the game even in limited playing time. While he is not a star, Tristan Thompson can still be a role player that helps the Bulls win more games during the regular season.
