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How Amen Thompson's 'one of a kind' athleticism is fueling the Rockets and turning heads
The Houston Rockets have been one of the NBA's most pleasant surprises this season. They currently sit in the No. 2 spot in the Western Conference with a 23-12 record. Just two years ago this team won 22 games and finished second-to-last in the West.
Amen Thompson turning childhood training into rising Rockets' stardom
To trace the roots of Rockets' rising star Amen Thompson 's super-speed and elite athleticism, you're best served traveling to the concrete courts outside Bancroft Middle School in San Leandro, California.
Rockets' Steven Adams Praises 'One of a Kind' Amen Thompson
The Houston Rockets are celebrating a 119-115 win against the Los Angeles Lakers largely in part due to the efforts from second-year pro Amen Thompson. Thompson
Amen Thompson (23 points) Highlights vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Highlights vs. Los Angeles Lakers, 01/05/2025
What LeBron James and the Lakers had to say about Amen Thompson. 'Ain't like the rest of us'
With the Los Angeles Lakers closing in on the Houston Rockets’ lead late in the fourth quarter, the Lakers trapped Rockets guard Jalen Green in the corner. Green launched a desperate 3-pointer, a would-be airball until Rockets teammate Amen Thompson soared to the rescue and transformed it into a jaw-dropping dunk.
LeBron James ignored? Referees miss timeout call in Lakers’ 119-115 loss to Rockets
Fred VanVleet stole the inbounds pass intended for LeBron James while the Lakers star was signaling for a timeout.
After loss to Rockets, LeBron James says Lakers must ‘get uncomfortable’ to be great
After falling behind by 22 points in first half, the Lakers have a chance to force overtime but a turnover on an inbound play costs them their chance.
Amen Thompson thrives in starting role as Rockets hold off LeBron James, Lakers
Rockets guard Jalen Green scored a game-high 33 points vs. the Lakers and Amen Thompson (23 points, 16 rebounds) flourished in his new starting role.
Rockets hold off Lakers rally behind Amen Thompson monster double-double
Rockets 119, Lakers 115. The Rockets almost let a 22-point lead evaporate and survived a LeBron James onslaught. Jalen Green scored 33 points on 12-of-24 shooting. Amen
LeBron James Had The Ultimate Praise For Two Rising NBA Stars - 'They Different'
James gave had the ultimate praise for Amen Thompson and his brother Ausar Thompson, who plays for the Detroit Pistons. "I ...
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‘Amazing’: In defeat, Lakers’ LeBron James and JJ Redick marvel at Houston’s Amen Thompson
I thought the Thompson twin was amazing, just with his energy and effort,” Lakers star LeBron James said after Sunday’s loss ...
2x NBA champ trolls fan who wanted major punishment for Amen Thompson after brawl vs Tyler Herro
I actually like it; it's good to be talked about' No, we are not kidding and 2x NBA champion Vernon Maxwell was also puzzled ...
NBA Hands Out Punishments For Tyler Herro-Amen Thompson Incident
The NBA handed out its punishments for those involved in the Tyler Herro-Amen Thompson incident during Sunday's game between ...
NBA fantasy basketball injury news, the Year of Amen and Ausar, and Kawhi Leonard’s return
At this season's midpoint, Stan Son looks at the opportunities created by recent injuries, the return of Kawhi Leonard and ...
Amen Thompson suspended 2 games, Terry Rozier suspended 1 game for roles in Rockets-Heat fight
The NBA has suspended Houston’s Amen Thompson for two games and Miami’s Terry Rozier for one game over their roles in a ...
Amen Thompson, Terry Rozier suspended as NBA hands down punishments for Heat-Rockets brawl
A heated exchange between Thompson and Heat guard Tyler Herro on Sunday sparked a fight that led to six people getting ...
Rockets' Amen Thompson to Receive Major Opportunity Amid Jabari Smith Jr. Injury
With Smith now out, forward Amen Thompson is expected to take over his position. The sophomore has continued to be a Swiss Army knife for the Rockets, averaging 12.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists, ...