Will Rockets Amen Thompson ever take the next step?

James Piercey of The Dream Shake expresses growing concern over Amen Thompson's recent offensive and defensive stagnation with the Houston Rockets. The article highlights that Houston holds a -1.0 net rating with Thompson on the court compared to a +34.7 rating when he sits, accompanied by a drop in team three-point shooting efficiency while he plays.

Piercey notes that Thompson is shooting just 22.2% from three-point range and shows little progression in his midrange game or rim-finishing confidence. Furthermore, the writer argues that Thompson's defensive impact has dipped, with career-low steal and block averages, suggesting the guard must refocus on elite defense to regain his effectiveness.