Amen Thompson Lands Stunning New Contract with the Rockets
The deal includes a 10% trade kicker after Thompson led Houston in minutes and set career highs in points, assists and steals last season.
- On Thursday, the Houston Rockets signed Amen Thompson to a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale contract extension, with ESPN's Shams Charania reporting the deal includes a 10% trade kicker.
- Thompson, 23, emerged as the Rockets' engine last season, averaging career highs of 18.3 points and 7.8 rebounds after being selected fourth overall in the 2023 NBA Draft.
- The defensive standout ranked eighth in Defensive Player of the Year voting while holding opponents to 42.8 percent shooting, mirroring Houston's financial commitment to center Alperen Sengun.
- Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports reported that Houston considers Thompson "the only near untouchable on the roster," securing their core alongside teammates Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason.
- Thompson becomes the second 2023 draft class player to secure a rookie extension, following Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs, as the Rockets build their championship core.
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Amen Thompson lands stunning new contract with the Rockets
Jun 22, 2023; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Amen Thompson arrives for the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports Amen Thompson will be with the Houston Rockets for more years to come. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday that Thompson and the Rockets have agreed to a new multi-year deal. “Houston Rockets’ Amen Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $208 million rookie-scale contract extension w…
Amen Thompson Contract Extension: Houston Rockets Lock In Rising Star With Landmark Deal | Full Contract Details, Updated Salary Cap
The Houston Rockets have made a bold statement about their future, securing one of the NBA’s most exciting young talents to a long-term commitment. Amen Thompson, who has rapidly emerged as a two-way force since entering the league, is now tied to the franchise for years to come. The move underlines Houston’s belief in building around its core as the team eyes sustained championship contention in the seasons ahead. Amen Thompson Contract Extensi…
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