According to ESPN, the Canadian professional basketball player Tristan Thompson has signed a new contract to play for the Los Angeles Lakers, know his salary and 2023 net worth
Thompson will continue his career with the Lakers. After spending some time with the Cleveland Cavaliers in Cleveland, Ohio, then spending some time with the Chicago Bulls for a short period of time, Thompson decided to go to the team that is situated in California.
The head coach of the Lakers, Darvin Ham, had nothing but praise for Thompson, praising his championship-level basketball experience, positive attitude, and spirit for the squad. “I’m a big fan of him,” Ham stated. “Just another great guy to add a serviceable player if we need to go in that direction.”
Tristan Thompson Los Angeles Lakers contract details, salary and net worth in 2023
Thompson signed a 1 year / $16,700 contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, including $16,700 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $16,700. In 2022-23, Thompson will earn a base salary of $16,700, while carrying a cap hit of $10,552 and a dead cap value of $10,552 with his net worth at $50 million.
OFFICIAL: Tristan Thompson is a Los Angeles Laker. pic.twitter.com/OmBe6LX6dT
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) April 9, 2023
The fact that Thompson is now playing for the Lakers has spurred speculation over the possibility of a reconciliation between him and his ex-girlfriend Khloe Kardashian, who currently resides in Hidden Hills, California.
The basketball player recently purchased a home in the neighborhood, located just three doors down from Khloe, their four-year-old daughter True, and their seven-month-old son, whose name remains undisclosed.
Khloe Kardashian clarifies relationship status with Tristan Thompson
The couple first started dating in 2016, but they went their separate ways in 2021 when it became public knowledge that Thompson was already a parent to a child by another woman. Khloe has recently asserted that she is still single and has not yet explored dating apps, despite the fact that she and Tristan have maintained a cordial relationship since their breakup.
Tristan Thompson getting back in the League B4 Melo is Borderline Criminal. pic.twitter.com/n5GdLPqifM
— Zierough (@Zierough) April 9, 2023
Since 2011, Thompson has competed in the National Basketball Association (NBA), and he won the league’s title with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016. Additionally, he has competed for Canada in international basketball tournaments in the past.
The Lakers had a record of 31-19 and are in fourth place in the Western Conference standings at the time of Thompson’s signing with the team. The signing of Thompson is viewed as a great boost to the squad. As the season develops, the Lakers will be trying to increase their chances of making the playoffs with the help of the experience and upbeat attitude that Thompson brings to the team.