Amen Thompson discusses first purchase after signing $208 million contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:38 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Amen Thompson has signed a five-year, $208 million contract extension with the Houston Rockets, securing his place in the franchise through 2032. After a successful 2025-26 season, where he achieved career highs and All-Defensive honors, Thompson shared that his first expenditure post-contract was a meal ordered via Uber Eats. He mentioned opting for Chop Shop, a Chinese restaurant. This light-hearted revelation contrasts with other recent large player purchases in professional basketball.
- •Thompson signed a five-year, $208 million extension with the Rockets.
- •He averaged 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists last season.
- •Thompson earned First Team All-Defensive honors in the previous season.
- •His first purchase after signing was dinner from Uber Eats.
- •Thompson's deal includes a 10% trade kicker.
- 12:38 AMYahoo Sports — Amen Thompson names the first thing he bought with his new $208m Rockets contract
"Amen Thompson is now $208 million richer after signing an extension in Houston. Amen Thompson secured his long-term future in Houston by signing a massive five-year, $208 million rookie extension with the Rockets.
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