The Houston Rockets got hold of the Boston Celtics in the latest game, and the ending couldn’t get any better. The Rocket’s rising star, Amen Thompson, delivered a thrilling performance, leading his team to a dramatic 114-112 victory.
His contribution came as a banger in particular with a game-winning jumper with just 0.7 seconds on the clock. This marked not only his first game-winner but also a career night, as Thompson scored a personal-best 33 points, alongside 10 rebounds and four assists. Even after the game, the energy was running high through his veins. When the presenter asked Thompson to sum up his feelings during the post-game interaction, he couldn’t contain his excitement.
“That felt great. That’s my first game-winner. I feel like Kobe,” he said.
Dillon Brooks: "I knew that mfer was going in."
— Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) January 28, 2025
Amen Thompson: "Oh that's my first game-winner. I feel like Kobe." pic.twitter.com/UHpCxQnwz4
However, the Rockets were in the top gear throughout the match. They erased a 12-point deficit in the fourth quarter to secure their third consecutive win and improve their January record to an impressive 10-3. Thompson’s emergence as a starter has been instrumental in fueling the Rockets’ recent success. Alongside him, Dillon Brooks also contributed significantly, particularly in the first half, and set the tone for Houston’s aggressive offensive approach.
Despite a strong start from the Celtics and a scoreless first half from Jayson Tatum, the Rockets remained focused and determined. Thompson and Brooks’s elite shooting kept the pressure on Boston, allowing Houston to stay competitive throughout the game.
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Amen Thompson Is Putting Out Impressive Performances Lately
It has been a great shooting time for Amen Thompson for the past few games. The Monday night game saw Thompson capping a nail-biting finish with a floater. It was amazing in more than one way as he drove past Jaylen Brown and found the right moment to let the ball fly.
AMEN THOMPSON GAME-WINNER ON JAYLEN BROWN TO BEAT THE CELTICS 😱 pic.twitter.com/z9b63CaCrQ
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) January 28, 2025
Since stepping into the starting lineup on January 5, Thompson has truly found his rhythm. The young man is averaging an impressive 19.2 points, 11.6 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 2.2 steals over the past 10 games. His recent outings have been nothing short of spectacular. Just two days prior to his game-winner, he recorded a triple-double against the Cavaliers with 23 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists.
These numbers show that he’s not just a one-hit wonder but a consistent contributor to the Rockets’ success, helping the team improve to 31-14 in the Western Conference.
