AMEN THOMPSON NEWS

Takes part in non-contact work Thompson (ankle) was able to take part in non-contact drills during practice Sunday but has yet to be cleared for contact or scrimmage work, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicl...

Impact Thompson's involvement in non-contact work represents a step forward after he had previously been limited to individual drills, but the rookie looks as though he still has a few more hurdles to clear in his recovery from a right ankle sprain, which he suffered Nov. 1. According to Feigen, head coach Ime Udoka said that Thompson will likely first play with the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers before rejoining the Rockets. The Vipers play their next games Thursday and Friday, so if Thompson is able to gain clearance for contact in the next couple of days, he could be available to play in either of those contests.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return soon Coach Ime Udoka said Wednesday that Thompson (ankle) is ramping up and could be cleared to practice "soon," Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Thompson has been sidelined since Nov. 1 with a Grade 2 right ankle sprain. He'll likely remain out for at least a few more games, as Udoka stated Thompson would, at the earliest, return to practice sometime next week, but it appears the rookie will be back in action before long, barring a setback. However, Thompson wasn't off to a fantasy-friendly start, averaging just 6.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 16.8 minutes across his first four NBA appearances.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet ready for practice Thompson (ankle) hasn't been cleared to resume practicing as of Tuesday and remains out indefinitely, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Thompson has been sidelined Nov. 1 with a Grade 2 right ankle sprain. He suffered an injury of the same grade to his left ankle during the Las Vegas Summer League that entailed a 2-to-4-week recovery, but Thompson looks as though he'll require a longer period of time to overcome his latest ankle sprain. At this stage, Thompson's absence looks as though it'll stretch into December, and a target date for his return to game action won't become clear until after he gets in at least a couple of practices under his belt.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Thompson (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Warriors.

Impact Thompson will miss an eighth straight game due to a right ankle sprain. It's unclear when he'll be able to suit up again, but his next chance to do so will arrive Wednesday versus Memphis. In his absence, Jeff Green, Jae'Sean Tate and Aaron Holiday are candidates for increased roles.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to play Sunday Thompson (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Lakers.

Impact Thompson will miss his seventh straight game Sunday due to a right ankle sprain, and as has been the case of late, Aaron Holiday and Jae'Sean Tate should continue to receive extended minutes in the rookie forward's absence. Thompson's next chance to play will come in Monday's second half of a back-to-back set against the Warriors.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Thompson (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact Thompson will miss his sixth straight game Friday due to a right ankle sprain. Aaron Holiday and Jae'Sean Tate should continue to receive extended minutes in the rookie forward's absence. Thompson's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with the Lakers.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sheds boot Thompson (ankle) was spotted Tuesday without a boot on his injured right ankle, Coty M. Davis of SI.com reports.

Impact The extent of Thompson's rehab progress remains unclear, but this can be viewed as a positive step. The rookie suffered a Grade 2 ankle sprain last week and was given a 2-to-4-week return timeline. The team should provide further updates soon, but fantasy managers can likely leave Thompson on the bench for Week 3.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson suffers Grade 2 left ankle sprain Thompson suffered a Grade 2 left ankle sprain in July during the NBA’s 2023 summer league. That injury had an estimated two-to-four week rec...

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Sustained Grade 2 sprain Thompson suffered a Grade 2 ankle sprain during Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact Thompson endured a Grade 2 ankle sprain on his other ankle in Summer League that resulted in a 2-to-4-week recovery period. While it's unclear if Thompson will be under a similar timeline for Wednesday's injury, it's likely he's headed toward a multi-game absence. If that's the case, expect Aaron Holiday to take over backup point guard duties until Thompson returns. Keep an eye out in the coming days for a status update.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sustained Grade 2 sprain Thompson suffered a Grade 2 ankle sprain during Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact Thompson endured a Grade 2 ankle sprain on his other ankle in Summer League that resulted in a 2-to-4-week recovery period. While it's unclear if Thompson will be under a similar timeline for Wednesday's injury, it's likely he's headed toward a multi-game absence. If that's the case, expect Aaron Holiday to take over backup point guard duties until Thompson returns. Keep an eye out in the coming days for a status update.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Thompson is out for the remainder of Wednesday's game versus the Hornets due to a right ankle sprain, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Thompson tallied four points, one rebound, one assist and one steal in 13 minutes before exiting Wednesday's contest. His next chance to suit up will be Saturday's matchup with Sacramento.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Thompson is out for the remainder of Wednesday's game versus the Hornets due to a right ankle sprain, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Thompson tallied four points, one rebound, one assist and one steal in 13 minutes before exiting Wednesday's contest. His next chance to suit up will be Saturday's matchup with Sacramento.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark off bench Thompson recorded 19 points (6-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals in 24 minutes during Friday's preseason 110-104 win over the Heat.

Impact Thompson led Rockets bench players in minutes and points Friday. The rookie guard is expected to start the season coming off the bench but has already shown his defensive potential.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Thompson will come off the bench for Friday's preseason game against the Heat.

Impact The Rockets went with their projected Opening Night lineup for Friday's final exhibition. Thompson, a first-round rookie who's just 20 years old, has shown a lot of promise in the preseason, but it wasn't all pretty as he continues to learn the ropes.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Wednesday Thompson will start Wednesday's preseason contest against the Spurs, Jackson Gatlin of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact With Fred VanVleet (rest), Dillon Brooks (rest) and Jalen Green (toe) out, Thompson and Cam Whitmore will start in Houston's backcourt. The rookies have impressed thus far and will certainly get an extended look versus San Antonio, but they'll likely return to bench roles for Friday's preseason finale versus Miami, which is expected to be a dress rehearsal for the regular season.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong outing off bench Thompson tallied 15 points (6-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), an assist, two steals and a block across 21 minutes off the bench in Monday's 99-89 preseason win over the Spurs.

Impact Thompson was solid on both ends of the court and finished the game as one of Houston's highest-scoring players despite coming off the bench. The rookie profiles to start the season as a bench option, but he could grab a starting role as the 2023-24 campaign progresses.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong outing off bench Thompson tallied 15 points (6-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), an assist, two steals and a block across 21 minutes off the bench in Monday's 99-89 preseason win over the Spurs.

Impact Thompson was solid on both ends of the court and finished the game as one of Houston's highest-scoring players despite coming off the bench. The rookie profiles to start the season as a bench option, but he could grab a starting role as the 2023-24 campaign progresses.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up 12 points off bench Thompson delivered 12 points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and four assists across 21 minutes off the bench in Thursday's 120-87 preseason win over New Orleans.

Impact Thompson thrived as a playmaker but wasn't shy on offense, either, and he certainly made the most of the 21 minutes he spent on the court. He's expected to be part of a young core that also includes names such as Jalen Green, Jabari Smith and Alperen Sengun, but he's likely to open the season as the primary backup guard rather than being trusted with a starting role right away.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore relish first training camp with Rockets #Rockets rookie Amen Thompson on his 2023-24 season goals: “To win Rookie of the Year, be on the All-Defensive Team, and make the playoffs.”

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Rockets rookies Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore throw out 'first pitch' for Astros #Rockets rookies Amen Thompson and Cam Whitmore threw out ceremonial first pitches before Friday’s Astros-Royals game at Minute Maid Park.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Amen Thompson's injury, Ziaire Williams' conundrum, Wemby and more: Southwest Division mailbag Kelly Iko answers questions about the Rockets, Grizzlies and Spurs.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Rockets' Amen Thompson: I'm 100% positive I'm dunking on Ausar first Amen Thompson is confident he’ll dunk on his twin brother, Ausar, first in the NBA.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Wembanyama returns, but injuries affect marquee games Sunday at Summer League

Three of the top five picks from the 2023 NBA Draft have been sidelined with injuries early in Summer League play.

JULY 9, 2023

Scoot Henderson, Amen Thompson injured in NBA Summer League matchup

Top-four draft picks Scoot Henderson and Amen Thompson left their NBA Summer League matchup early Friday with injuries.

JULY 8, 2023

Scoot Henderson, Amen Thompson hurt in Vegas debuts Two of the top picks in the 2023 NBA Draft left their Summer League debuts with injuries Friday night.

JULY 8, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM