TRISTAN THOMPSON NEWS

Shared blueprint is what's dooming the Bulls? So says Tristan Thompson According to the newest Bull, there’s a defensive blueprint that started with Memphis and is now being sent throughout the league on how to...

MARCH 8, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Torched by Embiid Thompson had 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 FT) and nine rebounds over 29 minutes during Monday's 121-106 loss to Philadelphia.

Impact With Nikola Vucevic (hamstring) inactive, Thompson was left to bear the burden of stalling Joel Embiid. The outcome was unsurprising, with Embiid racking up 43 points, and Thompson, as his primary defender, concluding the outing with a minus-nine in the box score. However, Thompson did help offset Embiid's dominance with 13 efficient points of his own. Tough assignment aside, Thompson fills a key role as a backup big when Chicago is fully healthy.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Bulls try a bigger lineup featuring Nikola Vučević and Tristan Thompson on the court at the same time The Chicago Bulls are moving away from small ball by playing centers Tristan Thompson and Nikola Vučević at the same time.

MARCH 5, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Starting Friday Thompson is starting Friday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Thompson joined the Bulls in late February and came off the bench during his first four appearances with the team. He averaged 6.5 points and 4.0 rebounds in 16.8 minutes per game during that time, and he'll take the place of Javonte Green in the starting lineup Friday.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tristan Thompson just wants to play like the Worm The Brampton-born Thompson, now a Chicago Bull, says he idolized Rodman for his tenacity and fixation on elements of the game that can make...

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • THESTAR.COM

Tristan Thompson follows path of his idol Dennis Rodman to new role with Bulls CHICAGO — There’s an added bonus to signing with the Chicago Bulls for Tristan Thompson— playing for the same team that Dennis Rodman did.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

New Pacers Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield and Tristan Thompson complete first practice The Pacers traded for Tyrese Haliburton, Buddy Hield and Tristan Thompson.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Darnell Mayberry: Tristan Thompson on DeMar DeRozan: "Smooth... - The Athletic Tristan Thompson on DeMar DeRozan: “Smooth criminal.”

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Darnell Mayberry: Tristan Thompson makes his Bulls debut with... - The Athletic Tristan Thompson makes his Bulls debut with 3:07 remaining in the first quarter against Atlanta.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

An effusive Tristan Thompson ready to help Bulls take the next step ' Chicago Bulls Tristan Thompson was impressive in his media session on Wednesday and the Bulls hope his play matches his high hopes for this team. NBA Febr...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • NBA.COM

Tristan Thompson's familiarity with new Bulls teammates and adaptability in his game could make center a quick fit CHICAGO — It has been nearly 15 years since Billy Donovan first tried to get Tristan Thompson on his team — a fact the new Chicago Bulls cen...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Tristan Thompson's familiarity with his new Chicago Bulls teammates and adaptability in his game could make the newly signed center a quick fit Tristan Thompson says he's “an outspoken person, so I’m just going to speak.” That voice is one of the key attributes coach Billy Donovan an...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Tristan Thompson joins Bulls with singular focus: 'Whatever my team needs to win' On the eve of playing for his third team in two weeks, Thompson talked to reporters about what he'll bring to the Bulls.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Darnell Mayberry: Tristan Thompson met Chicago reporters for the... - The Athletic Tristan Thompson met Chicago reporters for the first time today. Here he is on championship experience: "I was fortunate to spend time with...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Getting To Know Tristan Thompson ' Chicago Bulls BIRTHDAY: March 13, 1991 (age 30) HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6'9", 254 lb HOMETOWN: Brampton, Ontario, Canada 2021-22: 6.3 points, 5.3 rebounds per game...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • NBA.COM

Officially joins Chicago Thompson signed a one-year contract with the Bulls on Saturday.

Impact Chicago waived forward Alfonzo McKinnie in a corresponding move to open up a roster spot for Thompson. The 30-year-old is expected to settle in as the top backup to center Nikola Vucevic, a role that will likely afford Thompson around 10-to-15 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls sign Tristan Thompson, release Alfonzo McKinnie

The Chicago Bulls signed forward/center Tristan Thompson on Saturday night and released forward Alfonzo McKinnie

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Tristan Thompson officially waived by Indiana The Indiana Pacers announced today they have waived Tristan Thompson. The Pacers roster currently stands at 16.Source: NBA.com What’s the bu...

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Rick Carlisle says Tristan Thompson to be waived, sign with Bulls Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle announced that center Tristan Thompson is going to be waived Thursday in order to sign with the Chicago B...

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • WINNIPEGSUN.COM

DeMar DeRozan makes NBA history — and Tristan Thompson is on his way to Chicago After tying Wilt Chamberlain's 60-year-old record Monday, DeRozan broke it Wednesday in the Bulls' 125-118 home win over Sacramento.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Chicago Bulls win their 5th straight game — with DeMar DeRozan breaking a Wilt Chamberlain record — and they're reportedly set to sign veteran center Tristan Thompson The Chicago Bulls are reportedly set to sign center Tristan Thompson, bulking up their depth in the paint.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Report: Pacers to waive Tristan Thompson, to sign with Bulls The Bulls may be looking to add a veteran big man on the buyout market.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Will be waived The Pacers are expected to waive Thompson in the coming days, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact After being dealt to the Pacers at the trade deadline, Thompson played just four games for Indiana before head coach Rick Carlisle announced his expected departure. There are rumors that the 30-year-old hopes to join Chicago once he clears waivers. If his wish comes true, Thompson could see valuable minutes for the Bulls, who are lacking solid frontcourt depth.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers Listed As a Potential Destination For Tristan Thompson If the Indiana Pacers do buy out Tristan Thompson, there is a very good chance that he ends up with the Lakers.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • SI.COM