Amen Thompson put up a solid performance for the Houston Rockets against the Detroit Pistons on Monday. He scored 17 points, hitting all seven of his shots from the field. Thompson also led his team with five assists and added three steals in his 40 minutes on the court. Despite his efforts, the Rockets lost to the Pistons, 107-96.
What It Means
Thompson’s game against the Pistons marked a milestone as he played over 40 minutes, exceeding projections by eight minutes. His five assists were also notable as they surpassed expectations by two assists. This season, Thompson is averaging 12.8 points per game and has been a key rebounder for the team with an average of 7.8 rebounds per game, ranking first at his position in rebounds. He has finished in the top five among shooting guards in rebounds in over 71% of games this season.
