Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Amen Thompson

Rockets, Amen Thompson distribute storm relief supplies in Houston

In the aftermath of the devastating storm that struck the Houston area on May 16, the Rockets are giving back to help residents still without power.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Was Cam Whitmore an All-Rookie second-team snub? Rockets teammate Tari Eason thinks so

Rockets forward Tari Eason: “Go and watch film. Tell me if you can definitively say there are nine rookies better than Cam Whitmore.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rockets’ Amen Thompson named to NBA’s All-Rookie Second Team

After a dynamic debut season with the Rockets, Amen Thompson was named to the NBA’s All-Rookie Second Team for the 2023-24 campaign.

USA Today Sports Media Group

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Rafael Stone says Rockets are focused on bringing back core group

Rockets general manager Rafael Stone: “Our primary focus is bringing back our core group as a better core group than it was last year.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

Locked on Rockets: Reviewing Amen Thompson’s promising rookie season

Amen Thompson isn’t an NBA point guard just yet, but he still had a very successful rookie season in Houston. Today’s Locked on Rockets breaks it down.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rockets coach Ime Udoka applauds Amen Thompson’s off-ball growth

Rockets coach Ime Udoka on where Amen Thompson improved as a rookie: “Understanding how to impact the game without the ball in his hands.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

Fred Vanvleet's Impact On Houston Rockets' Success And Future Plans

Learn how Fred VanVleet's impact and partnership with Alperen Sengun are shaping the Houston Rockets' future in the NBA.

Top News

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Rockets GM Rafael Stone draws second-place NBA Executive of the Year prediction

Bleacher Report predicts Rockets GM Rafael Stone to finish second in Executive of the Year voting, trailing only Boston’s Brad Stevens.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Ime Udoka reacts to March coaching award, advocates for Jalen Green and Amen Thompson

After a 13-2 March, Houston’s Ime Udoka won Coach of the Month. But Udoka wishes Jalen Green and Amen Thompson received top player and rookie honors, instead.

USA Today Sports Media Group

March memories: Rockets finish with NBA’s best monthly record

The Rockets finished March with the NBA’s best monthly record among all teams, and it’s their first time doing so since the 2017-18 season (65 wins).

USA Today Sports Media Group

Houston Rockets Extend Winning Streak To 10 Games In NBA

Houston Rockets' 10-game winning streak led by rising star Jalen Green showcases team growth and playoff contention.

Top News

Player grades: SGA-less Thunder falls to red-hot Rockets in 132-126 OT loss

OKLAHOMA CITY - Receiving an inbound pass from Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson sneaked behind a sleepy OKC defense and slammed in a wide-open dunk to put the finishing touches on an overtime classic. OKC almost survived Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

‘Last of a dying breed’: Rockets find leadership, flexibility in Fred VanVleet

“He is the last of a dying breed,” Portland coach Chauncey Billups says of Rockets veteran Fred VanVleet. “He plays the game from the neck up.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

Pistons’ Ausar Thompson to Miss Rest of Rookie Season Due to Blood Clot, per Report

Detroit appears to have suffered another crushing blow.

Sports Illustrated

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

USA Today Sports Media Group

After sluggish start, Rockets find inspiration from Ime Udoka

“He told us to wake up,” Jabari Smith Jr. says of Ime Udoka’s halftime message in Washington. “We had to come with a sense of urgency, and we did that.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

After career night, Rockets rookie Amen Thompson proud of his growth as off-ball threat

“The progress I have been making, I am proud,” Amen Thompson (career-high 25 points) says. “Learning how to play off the ball... is something I never had to do before.”

USA Today Sports Media Group

With Alperen Sengun out, Jabari Smith Jr., Jock Landale stepping up in frontcourt for Rockets

The Rockets haven’t lost a game since Alperen Sengun’s injury, and improved play from Jabari Smith Jr. and Jock Landale is a big reason for it.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Spacing and switching: Rockets adapt to life with Jabari Smith Jr. at center

Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff on the Rockets: “Playing smaller, playing switchable lineups, more five-out spacing, it does make them a little bit of a different team.”

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Top News

Houston Rockets Center Alperen Sengun Out With Grade 3 Injury

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun sustains ankle sprain and knee bruise, expected to recover fully. Team adjusts lineup and faces decisions on his future.

USA Today Sports Media Group

With Alperen Sengun injured, Rockets promote Amen Thompson to starting lineup

With Alperen Sengun sidelined by injury, Houston’s initial starting five will consist of Jabari Smith Jr. sliding to center and Amen Thompson taking a forward spot.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Takeaways: Rockets burn Suns as Jalen Green (34 points) stays hot

Jalen Green had another 34-point game in Phoenix, and in the rematch, he had enough support from teammates for Houston to win versus Kevin Durant and the Suns.

Top News

Rockets Rookie Amen Thompson Making Waves With Defensive Impact

Houston Rockets rookie Amen Thompson showcases defensive prowess and potential for growth in the NBA.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Takeaways: Jabari Smith Jr. excels, but Chet Holmgren rallies Thunder past Rockets

In a battle of top 2022 draft picks, Jabari Smith Jr. had another 20-15 game, but Chet Holmgren scored 19 points in the fourth quarter and rallied the Thunder to a win.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rockets continue finding spark from rookies Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore

“I thought the young guys coming in changed the game with their defense,” Fred VanVleet says of Houston’s rookies. “They definitely gave us a big spark.”

Top News

Houston Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka Keeps Starting Lineup

Houston Rockets coach Udoka weighs lineup changes amidst player struggles and playoff hopes. Can they secure a strong finish?

1 2 3 4 5

People

Shai GilgeousAlexander

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Space City Home Network

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.