Published January 24,2024
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The NBA on Tuesday suspended Cleveland Cavaliers center-forward Tristan Thompson for 25 video games for violating the basketball league’s drug coverage.
Thompson was suspended with out pay “for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program by testing positive for ibutamoren and SARM LGD-4033,” the league mentioned in a press release.
Ibutamoren is a development hormone stimulator, whereas SARM LGD-4033 is for constructing muscle mass. Both substances are banned by the NBA.
The suspension of the Canadian-born US nationwide, 32, was mentioned to start on Wednesday, making him miss a recreation in opposition to the Milwaukee Bucks.
“The Cleveland Cavaliers fully support the NBA/NBAPA Anti-Drug Program, and we are disappointed in the recent news surrounding Tristan Thompson. His time away from game action will have an impact on our team. We stand behind Tristan and offer our support throughout this suspension period,” the Eastern Conference group mentioned.
Thompson, an NBA participant since 2011, helped the Cavaliers win the league title in 2016.
He additionally performed for the Boston Celtics, Sacramento Kings, Indiana Pacers, Chicago Bulls, and Los Angeles Lakers earlier than returning to the Cavaliers in 2023.
Source: www.anews.com.tr