The Houston Rockets launched to 57 wins last season, running through the Western Conference and landing the No. 2 seed. Led by a young core of Alperen Sengun, A ...

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Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson has taken the league by storm in his first two seasons. Thompson was recently named to the first-team all defensive team this week. He is the 5th Rocket player ...

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Despite these achievements, Houston's biggest takeaway this season was the development of budding two-way star Amen Thompson, who established himself as a franchise cornerstone this postseason.

Amen Thompson, 22, the No. 4 pick in the 2023 draft, has already established himself as a dominant defensive force and is just starting to scratch the surface of his offensive potential.

Thompson was a revelation in his second season, averaging 14.1 points, 8.2 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game, while emerging as one of the league's best and most versatile defenders.

The Thompson twins, Amen and Ausar, have shown their potential to be future NBA stars this season. But if reports are to be believed, Team USA won't benefit.

Amen Thompson #1 of the Houston Rockets and Jalen Green #4 celebrate after scoring against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2024 in Washington, DC.