Tristan Thompson seeks limited conservatorship for younger brother

• Tristan Thompson filed for limited conservatorship of Amari on Monday.
• Amari suffers from Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and requires specialised daily medical care.
• Khloé Kardashian acts as the primary caregiver for Amari at her California home.
  

Professional basketball player Tristan Thompson has initiated legal proceedings to be appointed as the limited conservator for his younger brother, Amari.

According to documents filed on Monday, the 35-year-old NBA athlete stated that Amari, 19, is "unable to properly provide for his personal needs for physical health, food, clothing or shelter."

The filing further explains that Amari "suffers from an intellectual disability and developmental delay," rendering him unable to manage his financial resources or resist potential fraud.

Amari lives with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a severe form of childhood epilepsy that causes frequent seizures and significant cognitive impairment.

Following the sudden death of their mother, Andrea, in January 2023, Tristan was granted legal guardianship. However, a conservatorship is now sought as Amari has reached adulthood.

The court documents highlight that the brothers' father, Trevor, has been absent since 2014, with a judge previously ruling that a reunion was "not viable due to neglect" and "abandonment under California law."

In a display of family unity, Tristan's former partner, Khloé Kardashian, has served as Amari’s primary caretaker in Los Angeles since July 2025 due to Tristan’s demanding NBA travel schedule.

Speaking on her "Khloé in Wonder Land" podcast, Kardashian shared that "he can’t walk or talk" and explained that her home offers the stability he needs.

She noted that having Amari as part of the family teaches "compassion" to her children, True and Tatum, ensuring he receives the "most beautiful life" possible.

Tristan remains a key figure for the Cleveland Cavaliers while overseeing his brother's long-term welfare.