Cleveland Cavaliers centre Tristan Thompson has been suspended 25 games by the NBA for violating its anti-drug program.
The league said Thompson, from Brampton, Ont., tested positive for ibutamoren and SARM LGD-4033. His suspension will begin with Wednesday’s game between Cleveland and the Milwaukee Bucks.
Ibutamoren is a growth hormone stimulator. SARM LGD-4033 is still in preliminary clinical trials but early studies have shown that the drug improves lean body mass and muscle strength.
Thompson was drafted fourth overall by the Cavaliers in 2011 and won a championship with Cleveland in 2016.
He has played for the Boston Celtics, Sacramento Kings, Indiana Pacers, Chicago
