In early December 2021, personal trainer Maralee Nichols filed a paternity lawsuit against Tristan Thompson claiming he was the father of her newborn baby, which, If true, would mean they had relations when he was still in a relationship with Kardashian.
A month later, the NBA player confirmed the news on Instagram, writing: "Today, paternity test results reveal that I fathered a child with Maralee Nichols. I take full responsibility for my actions. Now that paternity has been established, I look forward to amicably raising our son," he began his lengthy statement. I sincerely apologise to everyone I've hurt or disappointed throughout this ordeal both publicly and privately."