Amen Thompson praised in NBA GM survey for breakout potential
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026
In the 2026-27 NBA GM survey, Houston Rockets wing Amen Thompson received high marks for his performance. He ranked first among players for best perimeter defender and most athletic player, with second-place finishes in breakout potential and versatile defense. Thompson averaged 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists last season. Rockets head coach Ime Udoka and assistant coach Royal Ivey also received recognition in the survey, with the team projected for a competitive fifth place in the Western Conference.
- •Amen Thompson voted best perimeter defender with 30% of the vote.
- •Thompson also named most athletic player with 63% support.
- •Ime Udoka tied for second for best defensive coach in the survey.
- •Rockets projected to finish fifth in Western Conference.
- 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — NBA GM survey: Rockets wing Amen Thompson earns high praise from execs
"In NBA.com’s 2026-27 GM survey, Rockets guard/forward Amen Thompson was voted at or near the top of the league in several important categories.
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