With the Cleveland Cavaliers retooled roster just a few pieces away from completion, it’s looking more and more likely that Tristan Thompson’s role won’t be what it once was. Thompson, the league’s former Ironman, played just 53 games last season, starting just 22.
Last season was easily Thompson’s worst as a pro as well. While that might be from misuse, the Cavaliers were never able to get Thompson into a good rhythm.
He ended the season averaging 5.8 points per game and 6.6 rebounds per game. Thompson’s rebounding, his main contribution, was down significantly, and his real main use, offensive rebounding, was the lowest of his career, 2.