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Battles foul trouble in win Thompson provided six points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one block over 17 minutes during Wednesday's 130-113 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Thompson picked up three early fouls, limiting him to just 17 minutes. While this was a sub-par performance, Thompson had been playing well up to this point. He continues to come off the bench but typically sees at least 25 minutes per night. Look for him to get back on track against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson (16 points) Highlights vs. Chicago Bulls l Houston Rockets

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Getting green light Sunday Thompson (quadriceps) is available to play in Sunday's game against the Bulls, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Thompson seemingly injured his right quadricep against the Clippers on Friday, though he will play through the soreness and give it a go against Chicago. The 21-year-old has played a significant role coming mainly off the bench for the Rockets this year, and he has averaged 11.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 steals while shooting 53.1 percent from the floor across 25.3 minutes per game in 13 regular-season outings.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Chicago Thompson is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Bulls due to right quadriceps soreness.

Impact Thomson appears to have injured his quadriceps against the Clippers and could miss Sunday's contest. If Thompson is forced to sit out Sunday, Reed Sheppard, Cam Whitmore and Tari Eason are candidates to receive increased playing time.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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5 DAYS AGO • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Amen Thompson (18 points) Highlights vs. LA Clippers l Houston Rockets

NOVEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE

Slides back to bench Thompson won't start Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Thompson tallied 13 points, eight rebounds and eight combined steals-plus-blocks during a spot start Monday. However, the guard will shift back to the second unit now that Fred VanVleet is healthy. Thompson is averaging 10 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 24.1 minutes over 10 appearances off the bench.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in spot start Thompson closed Monday's 107-92 victory over the Wizards with 13 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-8 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, four blocks and four steals over 28 minutes.

Impact Thompson started at point guard due to the absence of Fred VanVleet (foot) and was productive across the board. Even though he only finished with one assist, as Alperen Sengun took on a bigger role in the playmaking department, Sengun did enough to deliver a strong fantasy showing. Expect Thompson to remain in the starting lineup as long as VanVleet remains sidelined.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson (13 points) Highlights vs. Washington Wizards l Houston Rockets

NOVEMBER 12 • YOUTUBE

Will start at PG Monday Thompson will start at point guard during Monday's game against the Wizards, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact With Fred VanVleet (foot) sidelined, Thompson will make his first start of the season. The second-year wing has averaged 10.0 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 24.1 minutes through 10 appearances this season, but he figures to have increased usage while running Houston's offense against Washington.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson (14 points) Highlights vs. Oklahoma City Thunder l Houston Rockets

NOVEMBER 9 • YOUTUBE

Nears double-double in win Thompson totaled 12 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal across 33 minutes during Monday's 109-97 victory over the Knicks.

Impact Thompson led the bench in scoring Monday after posting a double-double in Saturday's loss to the Warriors. The 21-year-old has received significant minutes off the bench, and he has scored in double figures in three straight appearances. Thompson is expected to remain the Rockets' top option off the bench, though he could make a case to enter the starting lineup, especially if injury concerns arise for the club.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson (12 points) Highlights vs. New York Knicks

NOVEMBER 5 • YOUTUBE

Posts first double-double Thompson supplied 18 points (8-15 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Saturday's 127-121 overtime loss to Golden State.

Impact Thompson took on his largest workload of the season Saturday night, and he made the most of his opportunity by producing across the board. He's now put up 10 or more points in back-to-back matchups and has recorded a steal in three straight. Thompson is unlikely to log 34 minutes regularly given his current role in the rotation, but he's shown promise in the early going of the 2024-25 campaign.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson (18 points) Highlights vs. Golden State Warriors l Houston Rockets

NOVEMBER 3 • YOUTUBE

Amen Thompson (10 points) Highlights vs. Dallas Mavericks l Houston Rockets

NOVEMBER 1 • YOUTUBE

Limited again in victory Thompson produced seven points (2-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal across 19 minutes during Monday's 106-101 win over the Spurs.

Impact Thompson continues to play limited minutes off the bench, a frustrating situation for anyone who invested a draft pick on him. Although he is typically the first player off the bench, he has yet to play a sizeable role. The upside is clear for everyone to see but at this stage, the Rockets simply have too many cooks in the kitchen. He is worth holding where possible as it feels as though he is only one injury away from stepping into a meaningful role.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench vs. New Orleans Thompson is not in the starting five for Tuesday's preseason matchup versus the Pelicans, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Thompson started in the Rockets' first two preseason games, one at small forward and one at point guard. However, Fred VanVleet is back after receiving a scheduled day off last Wednesday against the Thunder, and Thompson will likely be in the first unit off the bench.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson looks up to Ja Morant, and studies his game Ja Morant is an inspiration for this budding Rockets star.

OCTOBER 11 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Starting at point guard Thompson will start at point guard during Wednesday's preseason game against the Thunder, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact With Dillon Brooks resting, Thompson started at small forward during Monday's preseason opener. However, with Brooks back and Fred VanVleet now getting the night off, the second-year pro will shift to point guard, showcasing the versatility that makes him an intriguing fantasy option if he can reach his potential.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in loss Monday Thompson notched 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, an assist and two steals across 22 minutes in Monday's 122-113 preseason loss to the Jazz.

Impact Thompson got the start at small forward over Dillon Brooks (rest) in the preseason opener, and while he's ticketed for a bench role to start the 2024-25 campaign, he possesses decent upside as a do-it-all type of forward who can fill the stat sheet even when coming off the bench. Thompson averaged 9.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.6 blocks per game across 62 regular-season appearances as a rookie in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Utah Thompson will be in the Rockets' starting lineup for Monday's preseason game against the Jazz, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Thompson will get the start over Dillon Brooks (rest) for Monday's preseason opener. The 2023 first-round pick was inserted into the starting lineup late in his rookie season, and across his last 17 starts he averaged 13.9 points on 58.6 percent shooting, 9.2 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.4 steals across 29.6 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 9 • THESTATE.COM

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