Offensive Game
A developing scorer who attacks the paint effectively and finishes above the rim. His three-point shooting is improving but inconsistent — his scoring ceiling grows with each professional season.
Career Journey
Houston Rockets
2023-present
2023 NBA Draft
Selected 4th overall by Houston Rockets
Overtime Elite
Played in Overtime Elite league before draft
Athletic Guard
Known for elite athleticism and defensive potential
Career Earnings
~$20M
Estimated total NBA career salary
Player Agent
2025-26 season · View contract
| Season | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | FG% | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 79 | 18.3 | 7.8 | 5.3 | 53.4% | 21.6% |
Ameiz XLNC "Amen" Thompson is an American professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played basketball for Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he was rated a five-star recruit by ESPN and won a state title. Thompson bypassed his senior year of high school to sign with OTE, where he played for two seasons and helped his team win the league title while earning All-OTE First Team honors in 2023. He was selected 4th overall in the 2023 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets. In 2024, he made the NBA All-Rookie Second Team, and in 2025 he was named to the NBA All-Defensive first team. He is the twin brother of basketball player Ausar Thompson.
Offensive Game
A developing scorer who attacks the paint effectively and finishes above the rim. His three-point shooting is improving but inconsistent — his scoring ceiling grows with each professional season.
Defensive Game
Elite defensive tools — 7-foot wingspan, exceptional anticipation, and lateral quickness to guard guards through switches. Projects as one of the league's elite wing defenders.
Intangibles
Still developing his offensive decision-making and shot selection, but his defensive reads and transition instincts are already advanced for his age.
Official Jerseys
22.49
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112.00
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86.99
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99.99
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