NBA star Tristan Thompson expressed regret over his decision in 2015 when he signed a contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers for $82 million in cash, rejecting the idea of payment in Bitcoin. At that time, Bitcoin was worth about $270, and had Thompson chosen cryptocurrency, his contract would be valued at $31.75 billion today. 'I would definitely have insisted on $BTC ,' says Thompson. 'That would have been the best risk in the history of American sports.' Although friends advised him to invest in BTC, he refrained due to fear of volatility.
Thompson, known for his participation in reality shows, is now actively supporting cryptocurrencies: he hosts the Courtside Crypto podcast, is an ambassador for the Sportsbet.io platform, and is a consultant for the TraceyAI project. He is also inspired by his friend, NFL player Odell Beckham Jr., who received his salary in Bitcoin in 2021. Thompson encourages fellow athletes to support the blockchain ecosystem while avoiding speculative meme coins. His story highlights Bitcoin's potential as a long-term investment.
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