If the last six weeks have shown us anything, it's that the Houston Rockets need Amen Thompson to succeed. Thompson, 21, is averaging 13.7 points and 8.1 rebounds per game for the Rockets this ...

Amen Thompson has been a large part of the Rockets' ascension this year because of his defense and athleticism. Thompson has also shown a natural passing ability and upside for his scoring.

Their appearances at the NBA's 2025 All-Star Game were brief, but young Houston Rockets prospects Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson did little to diminish the widespread enthusiasm for their futures.

Team Canada faced an elimination game today in Boston, needing to beat Finland to ensure that it gets into the Four Nations Faceoff final against Team USA. With so much on the line, of course the ...