Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant receive top age-based rankings for 2026-27

Bleacher Report ranked Houston Rockets forwards Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant as the top players in their respective age groups ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Thompson, at 23 years old, was selected as the best player of his age cohort. This recognition follows a season in which he played 79 games, averaging 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.5 steals, and 0.6 blocks. Thompson also placed eighth in Defensive Player of the Year voting. Kevin Durant, age 37, was recognized as the best player at his age, coming off a season where he averaged 26 points per game. Meanwhile, Alperen Sengun did not secure the top spot for 24-year-olds, falling behind Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham. The rankings highlight the varied roster composition of the Rockets as the new season approaches this fall.

• 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Two Rockets forwards receive unique distinction ahead of 2026-27 season