Tristan Thompson is catching attention online after offering relationship advice to Klay Thompson following his highly discussed split from Megan Thee Stallion.

During a recent appearance on Club Shay Shay with Shannon Sharpe, Tristan was asked about Klay’s situation after Megan publicly shared her side of their breakup. Tristan said he believes athletes should avoid responding when private relationship issues become internet conversation.

According to Tristan, speaking out can sometimes keep the drama alive instead of shutting it down.

“If you speak up, you give it more legs,” he said, explaining that a response only gives people another reason to keep talking. He added that, in his opinion, men should avoid going back and forth publicly when personal matters are involved.

Tristan also reflected on his own experience with public relationship controversy. He said he has learned that staying quiet can be the better move, even when the internet is demanding an explanation.

“As a man, keep your mouth quiet,” Tristan said during the conversation. “Because I’ve never went out there and defended myself because it’s just not what we do.”

However, social media had mixed feelings about Tristan being the one to give relationship advice. Some viewers joked that he should be the last person speaking on public romance, while others admitted he sounded media-trained and surprisingly calm in his response.

Several YouTube users reacted under the interview clip, with one joking that “Klay is no Russell Wilson,” while another said Klay “had us in the first half.” Others were less convinced, telling Tristan not to give advice at all.

The comments come after Megan Thee Stallion previously opened up about her breakup with Klay. The Houston rapper claimed she felt blindsided after their relationship became more serious and alleged that Klay later changed his stance on commitment. She also accused him of cheating.

Klay has mostly stayed quiet while the breakup conversation continues online.

For now, Tristan’s advice has only added another layer to the viral discussion. While some fans believe silence is the smartest move in a public breakup, others are still questioning whether Tristan Thompson is the right messenger.