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Amen Thompson On First Game-Winner Of His Career: “I Feel Like Kobe”

Amrn Thompson capped off a career-high scoring night by drilling the game-winner for the Houston Rockets against reigning champions Boston Celtics.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Jan 28, 2025
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The Houston Rockets are solidifying their status as bonafide contenders in the Western Conference by picking up their 31st win of the season. They defeated the reigning champions Boston Celtics 114-112 in a closely-fought contest sealed by sophomore Amen Thompson at the buzzer.

AMEN THOMPSON WINS IT FOR THE ROCKETS IN THE FINAL SECONDS 🚨🚨

ROCKETS MOVE TO 12-3 WITH AMEN IN THE STARTING LINEUP THIS SEASON! pic.twitter.com/v77x2RHkV2

— NBA (@NBA) January 28, 2025

Thompson ended the night with 33 points (13-19 FG) and nine rebounds. He gave a spirited post-game interview where he reacted to his career’s first game-winner by comparing himself to Kobe Bryant.

“That’s my first game-winner. I feel like Kobe.”

"That's my first game-winner. I feel like Kobe."

Amen Thompson after beating Boston 🔥 pic.twitter.com/KvWZaEJsZM

— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) January 28, 2025

This was a night that officially solidified Thompson’s place as a starter for the Rockets, with the franchise improving to 12-3 in games where he starts. He is someone who can defend all five positions although his overall offensive game is still developing. He’s a poor shooter but his intensity, athleticism, and strength have allowed him to be an impactful player on both ends of the court.

Amen’s emergence as a potential future superstar bodes well for the Rockets, who will ensure that the guard/forward hybrid gets as many chances to succeed as possible now that he’s on the roster. The Rockets play a team-oriented style, which will work well for Amen going forward, as he can pick his spots perfectly.

He’s averaging 13.7 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists this season, but his numbers increase as a starter, as he averages 18.3 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 15 games.

This win improves the Rockets’ record to 31-14 with the team on a 50+ win pace that can’t be disputed anymore. They could be legitimate contenders this season provided they work out the slight chinks in their overall offense. But if players like Amen can have nights like these while Dillon Brooks knocks down almost every shot he can, the Rockets will be impossible to defeat.

Their late-game offensive execution has hurt them at times this season, so executing against the Boston Celtics will give the group a lot of confidence. Hopefully, they can keep this energy going into the All-Star break and beyond to be major contenders in their first Playoff appearance since 2020.

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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