AMEN THOMPSON NEWS

Four Studs, Two Duds As Rising Rockets Defeat Celtics In Thriller The Celtics fell short against a two-headed monster performance from Dillon Brooks and Amen Thompson at TD Garden on Monday night.

JANUARY 28 • NESN.COM

Amen Thompson's hits winning shot in final second as Rockets edge Celtics - The Boston Globe hompson had a career-high 33 points, including the winning shot in the final second.

JANUARY 28 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Rockets wing Amen Thompson could be 'Dennis Rodman with offense' | NBA.com Rockets wing Amen Thompson could be 'Dennis Rodman with offense'

JANUARY 26 • NBA.COM

Logs triple-double against Cavs Thompson racked up 23 points (8-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 14 rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and one steal across 41 minutes during Saturday's 135-131 victory over Cleveland.

Impact Thompson was the Rockets' best player on the court Saturday, leading the team with a plus-10 point differential en route to his second-career triple-double. Houston holds an 8-2 record since Thompson was permanently inserted into the starting lineup Jan. 5, which includes back-to-back wins against Cleveland. Over that span, Thompson has averaged 16.4 points on 55.3 percent shooting, 11.1 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.1 blocks over 38.4 minutes per game.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Amen Thompson helps Rockets complete sweep of Cavaliers Amen Thompson came up with critical late rebounds and points as part of his triple-double performance, and the visiting Houston Rockets comp...

JANUARY 26 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Amen Thompson helps Rockets complete sweep of Cavaliers Amen Thompson came up with critical late rebounds and points as part of his triple-double performance, and the visiting Houston Rockets comp...

JANUARY 26 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Thompson has triple-double as Rockets beat East-leading Cavaliers for second time in week, 135-131

Amen Thompson had his second career triple-double, Alperin Sengun and Jalen Green scored 26 points apiece and the Houston Rockets beat the Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland Cava...

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

Stays hot in win Thompson put up 16 points (7-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 16 boards, four assists and four steals in 36 minutes of action during Wednesday's 109-108 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact The sophomore forward has been lights out as a starter in the absence of Jabari Smith (hand), and Wednesday's outing was no different. He's averaging 16.8 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.2 blocks while shooting 56.1 percent from the field in his 13 games with the first unit this season. So, as long as Smith remains sidelined, Thompson is both a reliable and high upside fantasy option. He'll get another crack at the Cavaliers on Saturday.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Thompson (calf) will play Monday versus Detroit, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Thompson officially has the green light to return after missing Saturday's game versus Portland, and there's no word of any restrictions. This means Jae'Sean Tate will likely head back to the bench for Houston. Thompson has averaged 16.0 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.9 steals on 59.5 percent shooting from the field over his last eight appearances.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Thompson (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Thompson missed the 125-103 win over the Trail Blazers on Saturday due to left calf tightness, and the questionable tag suggests there's a chance he might miss back-to-back games for the second time since the beginning of January. Tari Eason, Cam Whitmore and Jae'Sean Tate could be in line for bigger roles if Thompson is unable to go.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Thompson (calf) will not play Saturday against the Trail Blazers, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Thompson was a late addition to the injury report and will be held out of Saturday's action. He's been on a tear, averaging 16.0 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.9 steals on 59.5 percent shooting from the field over his last eight appearances. With Thompson sidelined, Tari Eason, Cam Whitmore and Jae'Sean Tate could be more involved Saturday.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Thompson is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Trail Blazers due to left calf tightness.

Impact Thompson is in danger of missing Saturday's contest after being a late addition to the injury report due to a calf issue. If the 21-year-old guard is unable to suit up against Portland, Cam Whitmore, Jae'Sean Tate and Tari Eason are candidates to receive increased playing time.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Another impressive showing Thompson accumulated 20 points (8-12 FG, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 41 minutes during Thursday's 132-127 loss to Sacramento.

Impact Thompson has been excellent since moving to a starting role due to the injury of Jabari Smith (finger), and he's been thriving regardless of the role he's asked to fill. His ability to fill the stat sheet makes him an even more valuable player across all fantasy formats, and he's an absolute diamond in category-based dynasty leagues. Thompson is averaging 15.6 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.7 steals per game over his last 10 outings.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Kings-Rockets Matchup of the Game: Keegan Murray vs. Amen Thompson Two young wings faceoff as the Sacramento Kings host the Houston Rockets.

JANUARY 16 • SI.COM

Amen Thompson lifting off for Rockets | NBA.com The Rockets are exceeding expectations this season and Thompson is following that theme by having an ascendant sophomore campaign.

JANUARY 15 • NBA.COM

Massive stat line in narrow win Thompson amassed 19 points (7-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-7 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists, five blocks and two steals over 41 minutes during Monday's 120-118 victory over Memphis.

Impact Although it was teammate Jalen Green who stole the show with a game-high 42 points, Thompson put his fingerprints all over Monday's game while tallying his 10th double-double of the campaign and matching his season high of five swats. The 21-year-old former No. 3 overall pick continues to take a considerable leap in his second season, as he's averaging 15.6 points, 11.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.9 blocks, 1.4 steals and 0.4 three-pointers in 37.2 minutes over his last eight contests (seven starts). The versatile Thompson should continue starting for the Rockets as long as Jabari Smith (hand) remains on the shelf, bolstering the latter's fantasy upside in the interim.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dominant outing in victory Thompson notched 20 points (7-8 FG, 6-6 FT), 15 rebounds, five assists and three steals across 41 minutes during Tuesday's 135-112 victory over the Wizards.

Impact Thompson recorded his ninth double-double of the season while stuffing the stat sheet in a dominant outing. The second-year swingman also racked up three steals, and he has recorded multiple steals in eight outings thus far. With Jabari Smith (hand) sidelined, Thompson has started in each of the club's last two outings after serving a two-game suspension, during which he has amassed 43 points, 31 rebounds, eight assists and four steals in 82 total minutes.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Explodes for massive double-double Thompson finished Sunday's 119-115 win over the Lakers with 23 points (11-19 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-4 FT), 16 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 41 minutes.

Impact Thompson got the start Sunday after serving a two-game suspension and delivered an impressive showing, establishing career-high marks in both points and rebounds. The second-year forward has been outstanding since being handed an expanded role due to the recent injuries of players such as Dillon Brooks and Jabari Smith (hand). He's averaging 15.2 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.8 blocks per game over his last six outings.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets' Amen Thompson Makes His Mark vs. Lakers Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson is back with the squad after serving his two-game suspension, and he came through in a huge way as the t...

JANUARY 6 • SI.COM

Rockets hold off Lakers rally behind Amen Thompson monster double-double Danielle Lerner: FINAL: Rockets 119, Lakers 115. The Rockets almost let a 22-point lead evaporate and survived a LeBron James onslaught. Jal...

JANUARY 6 • HOOPSHYPE.COM