Amen Thompson is an American professional basketball player who plays as a forward for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. Born on January 30, 2003, in Oakland, California, he stands 6 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds.
Thompson attended Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he earned five-star recruit status and led his team to a state championship. He and his twin brother, Ausar, chose to bypass traditional college basketball by joining Overtime Elite (OTE), a professional league for rising prospects.
During the 2022–2023 season with the City Reapers, Thompson averaged 16.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game, earning All-OTE First Team honors and helping secure the league championship.
In the 2023 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets selected Amen Thompson with the fourth overall pick, making him the first of the Thompson twins to enter the NBA. In his rookie season, he averaged 9.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game over 62 appearances.
Thompson’s defensive prowess has been a significant asset to the Rockets, contributing to their top-ranked defense in the Western Conference. His early basketball training, which included rigorous drills and studying players like LeBron James, has been credited with his swift adaptation to the NBA.
On March 21, 2025, Thompson made a strong return from a left ankle sprain that had sidelined him since March 8. In the Rockets’ 102-98 victory over the Miami Heat, he contributed 18 points, nine rebounds, five assists, one block, and seven steals in 35 minutes of play.
Thompson’s rapid development and impactful performances have solidified his role as a key player for the Houston Rockets, with fans and analysts alike anticipating his continued growth and contributions to the team’s success.