Amen Thompson

Despite playing just 22.4 minutes per game during his rookie season, Thompson flirted with standard league value, ending as the 140th-ranked player. He missed 19 games early in the season due to an ankle injury, limiting his opportunity to carve out a role on a young team laden with talent. He finished the season strong, closing with a triple-double on the final night. However, his output was largely due to the fact that Alperen Sengun was shut down due to injury. The Rockets are a team on the rise and Thompson is likely to be a key piece for them moving forward. With that said, he will have to contend with players like Cam Whitmore and Tari Eason, not to mention impressive rookie Reed Sheppard, with all looking to make a case for more playing time. Thompson's offensive game remains a work in progress, something that could limit his short-term appeal. However, a proven ability to contribute across multiple categories while providing elite rebounding numbers from the guard/wing position should ensure he has a consistent role. Uncertainty aside, Thompson is worth considering as a late-round pick, just in case he asserts himself early in the campaign.