Tristan Thompson on Eric Trump, Politics, & Squid Game

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Tristan Thompson just spilled on his close friendship with Eric Trump during a podcast interview on March 31st.

The XNBA baller called Eric, who's 42, like a big brother and mentor, who's always had his back.

This bond has even sparked Thompson's interest in politics.

Eric's support has pushed Thompson to explore that world more, wrapping an arm around him in ways few from government circles do.

It's shifted his perspective big time.

Thompson also weighed in on hot topics, saying he's against transgender athletes in sports because it could hit close to home for his daughter though.

He gets both sides. He gave props to President Trump for strengthening the country. Since hanging up his NBA sneakers after April 2025, Thompson's pivoted hard.

He joined Axon as Chief Advisory Officer to aid folks like his disabled brother Amari, aiming to innovate beyond just balling.

Now he's leveling up again. Cast the Netflix's Squid Game VIP Challenge with Mel B and Dylan Efron, testing wits and high stakes games proof athletes, are building empires everywhere.