In rematch, Rockets beat Cavs again as Amen Thompson records 23-point triple-double
Led by a 23-point triple-double from Amen Thompson on elite efficiency, the Rockets (30-14) beat Cleveland (36-9) for a second time in four nights.
Amen Thompson does it all for Rockets with triple-double vs. Cavs. 'Dude's just a freak of nature.'
As the Houston Rockets closed in on a second consecutive win over the Cleveland Cavaliers and guard Amen Thompson closed in on his second career triple-double, the Rockets’ resident leader in the stat encouraged Thompson with no fear for his own status.
Steven Adams on Amen Thompson: 'He's a freak of nature'
Even Rockets center Steven Adams, whose offensive rebounding rate was recently called “unreal” by Nuggets coach Michael Malone, was impressed by his teammate who is four inches shorter and 10
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 Jeff Green scored 26 points apiece and the Houston Rockets beat the Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland Cavaliers 135-131 on Saturday night.
Amen Thompson Continues to Thrive as a Starter for the Rockets
There's a legitimate argument for Thompson to remain as the starter when Smith returns. The Rockets have found the same success with Thompson in the starting lineup, and he's been producing at a higher level. Based on his seamless fit in the first five, head coach Ime Udoka will have a tough decision to make soon.
Amen Thompson logs second career triple-double as Rockets defeat Cleveland
Adam Wexler: #Rockets take down the Cavaliers again, 135-131. Amen Thompson w/ his 2nd career triple-double: 23p, 14r, 10a Jalen Green & Alperen Sengun each with 26p. Houston now 30-14, remain 2nd in the West. @SportsTalk790
NBA: 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 completed the regular-season sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 135-131 decision on Saturday.
Rockets wing Amen Thompson could be 'Dennis Rodman with offense'
As the Rockets rise out West, Amen Thompson delivers another triple-double and has developed into an X-factor in Houston.
What twins Ausar and Amen Thompson had to say about the Detroit Pistons' win over the Houston Rockets
Given how much twins Amen and Ausar Thompson are lumped together, even when being praised by NBA stars for their athleticism, head-to-head matchups provide an opportunity for separation.
Cavaliers lose 3rd straight as Rockets' Amen Thompson gets triple-double in 135-131 win
Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell combined for 72 points in the defeat, losing three in a row for the first time this season.
Amen Thompson lifting off for Rockets
The Rockets are exceeding expectations this season and Thompson is following that theme by having an ascendant sophomore campaign.
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Drafted as point guard, Amen Thompson transitions into elite rebounder for Rockets
I really didn’t start to do that until I got to the league, to be honest,” Amen Thompson says of his elite rebounding as a ...
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"Got messages on silent" - Amen Thompson reveals hilarious reaction to losing to brother Ausar in sibling grudge match
It's not easy to have one of your sons make it to the NBA, much less two of them. That's why the Thompson family should be very proud of what they've accomplished.