The Rockets have secured a 5-year, $208 million contract for Amen Thompson.

September 5th - According to ESPN , the Houston Rockets have reached a five- year, $ 208 million contract with guard Armen Thompson. The contract includes a 10% trade bonus clause and runs until 2032 .

Klay Thompson, 23, was the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft . After two seasons of development, he has become an important member of the Rockets' young core roster. Last season, Thompson averaged 18.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, setting career highs in points, assists, and steals.

In addition, Thompson led the league in playing time last season, ranked eighth in total steals, and fourth in loose ball possessions, demonstrating extremely well-rounded offensive and defensive capabilities.

Last season, Thompson was one of only nine players in the league to average at least 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, and he was also the youngest among them. The list also includes Shin Jin-soo, Nikola Jokic , Luka Doncic , Scottie Barnes , Jalen Johnson , Paul Bencello, Giannis Antetokounmpo , and Jayson Tatum .

With this contract extension, the Rockets have secured a core of young players including Klay Thompson, Alperen Shinkyung, Jabari Smith, and Taj Ethan. Previously, the team also reached a two-year, $90 million extension with Kevin Durant . The Rockets have achieved 52 wins for two consecutive seasons , and the core framework of the team's future is essentially set.

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