Amen Thompson Contributes 18 Points in Rockets' Double-Overtime Defeat

Amen Thompson made a solid contribution for the Houston Rockets, tallying 18 points in their narrow 125-124 double-overtime loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. Playing 39 minutes, Thompson shot 8-of-17 from the field and was perfect from the free-throw line (2-of-2), though he struggled from beyond the arc, going 0-for-7. He also added five assists, four rebounds, one steal, and one block, showcasing his versatility despite the team's season-opening defeat.