The Rockets are about to face the Spurs, and there are two games to go against the Grizzlies, one home and one away. Amen Thompson, a 20-year-old point guard who has returned, told the Houston Chronicle that "I'm excited to be back. I've been training hard to try to get back to my previous form and I feel like I've finally done it. I feel amazing. Amen Thompson continued, talking about being sent to the Development League Vipers a week ago.
During that time, despite the Vipers' two consecutive defeats, Amen Thompson only came out on top in their most recent game under Whitmore to end their losing streak. Sadly, however, Amen Thompson has returned to the Rockets in that game. Amen Thompson expressed his gratitude for his experience with the Vipers, saying: "That experience helped me very well, I got back in shape, I got my confidence back, I was able to run around the court and remember the game and everything.
So, everything went well. I felt strong the whole game and as the fight went on, I felt like I was starting to have an impact, so it looked better and I moved as fluidly as before. In addition, Coach Udoka said he plans to reintroduce Amen Thompson into the rotation, meaning Amen Thompson will most likely play as a substitute against the Spurs.
Perhaps it was Amen's outstanding performance in the Development League, including a triple-double of 29 points, 16 rebounds and 11 assists and 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, that made Udoka reacquaint himself with him. Being able to re-enter the rotation is the best news for Amen. Amen Thompson should be thankful for his experience in the Development League, which led Udoka to reacquaint himself with him. The young player's tenacity and professional attitude are unforgettable.
Despite being forced to leave the ring for a while, he never lost his faith and pursuit of himself. He takes every training and competition seriously, constantly trying to improve his technique and performance. This positive attitude and hard work spirit also infected the coach and his teammates, making them trust and respect him even more. For the Rockets, the return of Amen Thompson would be a significant addition. His presence can provide more energy and fighting power to the team, bringing more options and changes to the team.
His scoring ability and playmaking skills can create more opportunities and flexibility for the team. At the same time, his youthful energy and positive attitude will also inject new vitality into the team, inspiring more fighting spirit and motivation. Amen Thompson didn't explicitly reveal his plans and goals in the interview, but there is no doubt that he will continue to train and compete to improve his skills and performances. He is eager to play an even more important role in future competitions and contribute even more to the team.
Such a return is undoubtedly gratifying news for the Rockets. Amen Thompson's hard work and tenacity not only earned the respect and trust of his coach and teammates, but also injected new energy and motivation into the team. While the two point guards VanVleet and Holiday have excelled at the No. 1 spot, Amen Thompson has clearly strengthened his faith and willingness to get in on the action.