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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 12
Kevin Durant Watched Extensive Film on Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson After Rockets Trade
Kevin Durant’s most recent stint with the Phoenix Suns was a bit tumultuous, to put it politely. In three seasons, Durant played for just as many different coaches: Monty Williams, Frank Vogel, and Mike Budenholzer.
Amen Thompson News / Bleacher Report / December 11
The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 11
Three Takeaways As Houston Rockets Survive Against LA Clippers
The Houston Rockets showed resiliency and grit on Thursday night, outlasting the Los Angeles Clippers in a tense finish with a 115-113 victory. Coming off a four-day hiatus, the Rockets significantly enjoyed a good rest after last week's tiring schedule that saw two back-to-back outings.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / December 11
Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson steer Rockets past Clippers
Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson teamed to spearhead a fourth-quarter rally that carried the Houston Rockets to a 115-113 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday.
Houston Rockets News / Total Apex Sports / December 11
Houston Rockets Amen Thompson Reveals Former NBA Champion He Studies To Learn PG Role
The Houston Rockets are navigating a season of adjustments, and perhaps no player exemplifies this adaptability more than Amen Thompson. Thrust into the
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 10
Being the Starting Point Guard is Still a Work in Progress For Amen Thompson
Throughout Amen Thompson NBA career he has been known for his elite athleticism, lockdown defense and highlight plays. Coming into the draft many saw him as a point guard as he had played that position his entire basketball career before the NBA.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 6
Amen Thompson explains why Dillon Brooks’ antics vs. Houston Rockets didn’t bother him, ‘I know…’
Amen Thompson spent two whole seasons playing with Dillon Brooks and knows exactly what he brings to the table. In recent weeks, Dillon Brooks has earned a lot of acclaim for his hard work and his relentless effort on both ends of the court.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 6
The Rockets Can Wait On Amen Thompson If They're Winning
The Houston Rockets entered this season with one pressing need on their roster due to an injury to Fred VanVleet. They knew despite the increased offensive potential through Alperen Sengun and Kevin Durant, they still needed a lead ball handler to organize the offense and help the team reach its maximum potential offensively.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 6
Rockets Amen Thompson Has Spent Extensive Time Studying Rajon Rondo
Amen Thompson is one of the league's most unique point guards. And that's probably an understatement. Granted, he's not a point guard. Let's first note that.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6
Rockets’ Amen Thompson puts Kevin Durant into ‘best player ever’ conversation scoring milestone
Fifteen-time All-Star Kevin Durant’s climb up the all-time scoring ladder reached another historic mark on a night that felt bigger than the box score.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 6
Fred VanVleet Taunts Dillon Brooks And Amen Thompson Pokes Fun At His Familiar Antics
The Houston Rockets blew out the Phoenix Suns tonight, 117-98, to move up to the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference. This game marked Dillon Brooks’ first game back at the Toyota Center since the Rockets sent him to the Suns as part of the trade package for Kevin Durant.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / December 3
How the Rockets can help unlock Amen Thompson 
Amen Thompson is one of the best athletes in the NBA. It’s clear when he’s on the break or getting downhill. In his third season, however, his role has been a little different.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 25
Amen Thompson scores 28 as Rockets roll past Suns
Amen Thompson tied a season high with 28 points, Aaron Holiday had a season-high 22 points and tied a career-high six 3-pointers, and the Houston Rockets ran past the host Phoenix Suns 114-92 on Monday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 18
Youth movement: Five new players who should be part of Team USA basketball's future
A veteran-heavy USA Basketball squad took home a gold medal last summer in Paris. But their two biggest stars won't be returning. Who could replace them?
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / November 5
Rockets win 5th straight as Amen Thompson torches Grizzlies
Amen Thompson scored a season-high 28 points with 10 rebounds and Alperen Sengun added 20 points and 16 boards to lead Houston to its fifth straight win, a 124-109 victory over the host Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 4
Explosive and Agressive, Amen Thompson Shines as Rockets Beat Mavericks
The Houston Rockets continued their impressive rise in the Western Conference, securing a 110–102 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night at Toyota Center.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 31
Rockets pick up 2026-27 options on Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard
The Houston Rockets have exercised their team options for the 2026-27 season on guards Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard, reports Danielle Lerner of The Houston Chronicle.
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / October 28
Amen Thompson's point guard development has one massive ally
The Houston Rockets are taking a chance by starting Amen Thompson at point guard to start the season. The presence of Steven Adams at center should be a huge help as he learns the new position.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 21
Rockets' point guard plan has mixed results in opener
The Rockets may need to start thinking about what ball-handler they can trade for in the next few months.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 25
Thompson twins could get Jamaican basketball to the Olympics
Jamaica has the 107th-ranked basketball team in the world and the 22nd-ranked team in the Americas. But adding a talented set of twins could lift the Jamaicans to a new level.
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