Amen Thompson, an emerging star for the Houston Rockets, will be sidelined for 10 to 14 days due to a left ankle sprain sustained during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Following an MRI, it was confirmed that there was no structural damage, but Thompson will undergo treatment for swelling and rehabilitation. Before his injury, he was performing impressively, just one rebound shy of a triple-double, and had established himself as a crucial player since becoming a full-time starter this season, with solid averages across multiple statistical categories.
Thompson suffered the injury late in a blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday. He took an awkward fall on a shot attempt.
An MRI on the ankle Sunday showed no structural damage but Thompson will receive treatment for swelling and rehab.
Thompson was a rebound shy of a triple-double with 15 points and 11 assists when he was injured.
The No. 4 overall pick in 2023, Thompson became a fulltime starter earlier this season, averaging 16.4 points, 9.7 rebounds and 4.8 assists.
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