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Amen Thompson contract extension with Houston Rockets

Overview

The Houston Rockets have secured guard Amen Thompson with a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale contract extension. The agreement includes a 10% trade kicker and keeps the 23-year-old with the team through the 2031-32 season.

Thompson, the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, joins Victor Wembanyama as one of only two players from his draft class to receive a rookie extension. The move follows a season in which Thompson led the NBA in total minutes played and achieved career highs in points, assists, and steals. He also finished in the top 10 for Defensive Player of the Year voting.

While some analysts have questioned the scale of the deal due to Thompson’s 21.6% three-point shooting accuracy, several NBA figures have defended the decision. Four-time All-Star Draymond Green argued that Thompson possesses the demeanor to become a franchise star, noting his unique athletic profile. Additionally, veteran Kevin Durant expressed strong support on social media, stating, “I don't want to hear any criticism: this year, we are all in on my guy.”

The Rockets are positioning Thompson as a foundational player alongside Alperen Sengun, who previously signed a five-year, $185 million extension, as part of a broader strategy to build around a young core.

Entities

Amen Thompson · Kevin Durant · Alperen Şengün · Houston Rockets · Victor Wembanyama

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Amen Thompson signs $208 million extension with Houston Rockets

    Amen Thompson has signed a five-year, $208 million extension with the Houston Rockets, earning praise from teammates Kevin Durant and Draymond Green despite questions regarding his shooting efficiency.

  2. 8 days ago

    [SPORTS] 16 sources
    Amen Thompson signs five-year, $208 million extension with Houston Rockets

    The Houston Rockets have secured Amen Thompson with a five-year, $208 million contract extension through 2032, following his standout statistical season.

Sources

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