History of Tristan Thompson in Timeline

Tristan Thompson is a Canadian professional basketball player currently playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA. He was a key member of the Cavaliers' 2016 NBA Championship team. Throughout his NBA career, he has also played for several other teams, including the Boston Celtics, Sacramento Kings, Indiana Pacers, Chicago Bulls, and Los Angeles Lakers. Thompson's career is defined by his rebounding ability and interior defense.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2013: FIBA Americas Championship

In 2013, Tristan Thompson averaged 11.6 points and 10.0 rebounds per game at the FIBA Americas Championship.

2013: Founded the Amari Thompson Fund

In 2013, Tristan Thompson founded the Amari Thompson Fund, working with Epilepsy Toronto to support those affected by epilepsy, in honor of his brother Amari.

December 2016: Birth of son Prince

In December 2016, Jordan Craig gave birth to Tristan Thompson's son, Prince. Thompson and Craig had already separated by this time.

2016: Began dating Khloé Kardashian

In 2016, Tristan Thompson began dating Khloé Kardashian, allegedly cheating on his then-pregnant ex-girlfriend Jordan Craig.

2016: FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament

In 2016, Tristan Thompson led the FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament with 33 rebounds.

April 12, 2018: Birth of daughter True

On April 12, 2018, Khloé Kardashian gave birth to her and Tristan Thompson's daughter, True, amidst controversy surrounding Thompson's infidelity during the pregnancy.

2018: Qualifying tournament for 2019 FIBA World Cup

In 2018, Tristan Thompson played one game in a qualifying tournament for the 2019 FIBA World Cup.

February 2019: Split from Khloé Kardashian

In February 2019, Tristan Thompson and Khloé Kardashian split after Thompson allegedly cheated on Kardashian with Jordyn Woods.

2019: 2019 FIBA World Cup qualifying tournament

In 2018, Tristan Thompson played one game in a qualifying tournament for the 2019 FIBA World Cup.

2020: Acquired American citizenship

In 2020, Tristan Thompson acquired American citizenship.

2020: Resumed relationship with Khloé Kardashian

Tristan Thompson and Khloé Kardashian resumed their relationship from summer 2020 to June 2021, after quarantining together during the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 2021: Resumed relationship with Khloé Kardashian

Tristan Thompson and Khloé Kardashian resumed their relationship from summer 2020 to June 2021, after quarantining together during the COVID-19 pandemic.