
E2281 - Rockets Season PREVIEW: Can Amen Thompson TRANSFORM Houston And Become "THE GUY" This Year?
Published: September 15, 2026
Duration: 35:12
Rockets Season PREVIEW: Can Amen Thompson TRANSFORM Houston And Become "THE GUY" This Year?
Amen Thompson faces season-defining expectations as the Houston Rockets eye a leap forward. Can Amen become the offensive star Houston needs, or will shooting woes continue to limit his impact? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by sports reporter for Chron.com Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) break down Thompson’s new $208 million extension, Fred VanVleet’s return from injury, and the effect of Chip Engelland’s arrival on Amen’s shooting development. The duo examines key stats—like Amen’s elite finishing and defensive metrics—alon...