Houston Rockets Extend Amen Thompson's Contract

The Houston Rockets have secured Amen Thompson with a five-year, $280 million contract extension as he prepares for his fourth season in the NBA.

Last season, Thompson achieved a career-high average of 18.3 points, along with 7.8 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game. He led the league in minutes played, totaling 2,953 across 79 regular season games, and improved his playoff performance with an average of 19.2 points and 44.0 minutes per game.

Thompson's scoring prowess was highlighted when he recorded 41 points in a single game, the highest for a Rockets player last season. This extension indicates the team's commitment to making him a key part of their future plans.