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Houston Rockets' Amen Thompson Sidelined with Ankle Injury

The rising star is expected to miss 10-14 days after suffering a left ankle sprain during a blowout win over the Pelicans.

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Mar 8, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) limps off the court after an apparent injury during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Mar 8, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) dribbles the ball during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Amen Thompson sustained a left ankle sprain late in the Rockets' 146-117 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans on March 8, 2025.
  • An MRI confirmed no structural damage, and Thompson will undergo rehabilitation to address swelling before returning to play.
  • The injury occurred when Thompson landed awkwardly on Pelicans center Karlo Matkovic's foot after attempting a jumper.
  • Thompson, who has been a standout two-way player this season, was just one rebound shy of a triple-double at the time of the injury.
  • The Rockets are already managing other key injuries, including Fred VanVleet (ankle) and Reed Sheppard (thumb), and will rely on their depth in Thompson's absence.