Houston Rockets' rookies Cam Whitmore and Amen Thompson showcased stellar performances, with Whitmore scoring a season-high 25 points and Thompson adding 19 points, leading the team to a 135-106 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Thompson expressed a strong on-court connection with center Alperen Sengun. The Rockets' win has sparked optimism for the team's future. The chemistry between Thompson and Sengun, as well as their relationship with assistant coach Ben Sullivan, has been highlighted, emphasizing their growth and potential. The next generation of NBA players, including these rookies, is being recognized for their talent and impact on the league.
“Amen is such a great person,” Sullivan told Rockets Wire. “He has a tremendous amount of maturity for a young person coming into this league.” #Rockets #Sarge #RocketsWire https://t.co/fBDPjDKAhx
Rookie guard Amen Thompson and center Alperen Sengun have developed a strong chemistry when they are on the court together. Listen to Thompson say how long they have worked on it during practice. #Rockets #Sarge @TheRocketsWire https://t.co/VMsYT28zUw
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Before the game against the Los Angeles Lakers, I asked rookie point guard Amen Thompson about working with assistant coach Ben Sullivan. “I learn a lot from Ben,” Thompson said after a rigorous after practice session with Sullivan. “Ben is my twin.” #Rockets #Sarge https://t.co/rj095ctXxj
“You can see that bond growing between them,” said Rockets HC Ime Udoka about the relationship between assistant coach Ben Sullivan and rookie Amen Thompson. “The shooting piece was the initial, but they have found their own side relationship, which has been good.” #Rockets https://t.co/TWHFQeO91W
“You can see that bond growing between them,” said Rockets HC Ime Udoka about the relationship between assistant coach Ben Sullivan and rookie Amen Thompson. The shooting piece was the initial, but they have found their own side relationship, which has been good.” #Rockets https://t.co/CFexnbscyH
'He's my twin.' How Amen Thompson, Alperen Şengün are building a chemistry with Rockets https://t.co/emp2pmRN8O
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Rockets dominate Raptors with Sengun and Whitmore leading charge #AlperenSengun #AmenThompson #CamWhitmore #HoustonRockets #TorontoRaptors https://t.co/j7TudrTM3f
Whitmore has season-high 25, Sengun adds 24 as Houston Rockets rout Toronto Raptors 135-106 https://t.co/kU0QRPe2w3
Rockets insider: Amen Thompson, Cam Whitmore spark a win, and optimism for the future https://t.co/u6TwMH5Hlc
“He is my twin,” said rookie Amen Thompson when asked about the on court connection him and center Alperen Sengun has. “He is Alperen Thompson.” #Rockets #Sarge @TheRocketsWire https://t.co/9EJK8Jh5IM
Rockets' rookies Cam Whitmore (25 PTS) and Amen Thompson (19 PTS) both dropped career highs to lead Houston to the home W over Toronto! https://t.co/FlXe67O4qG