Amen Thompson earns top vertical jump rating in NBA 2K
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:15 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson received a 99 vertical jump rating in NBA 2K, tying for first place with Mavericks rookie Tobi Lawal. His brother, Ausar Thompson, ranks third with a rating of 98. Despite noted shooting struggles, Thompson's athleticism has established him as a strong defender, leading to top-10 finishes in Defensive Player of the Year voting over the last two seasons. The NBA 2K rankings were released on August 4, 2026, following the unveiling of 3-point shooting ratings.
- •Amen Thompson achieves a 99 vertical jump rating in NBA 2K.
- •He ties for first place with Tobi Lawal of the Mavericks.
- •Ausar Thompson ranks third with a rating of 98.
- •Thompson has performed well in Defensive Player of the Year voting.
- •NBA 2K released this information on August 4, 2026.
- 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — Rockets forward Amen Thompson tops NBA 2K in this category
"Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson was given a 99 vertical jump rating, one point higher than his brother, Ausar.
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