Comprehensive evolution! Thompson 21+5+3! 2 of 3 three-pointers, this is a real shot.

Full evolution! Amen Thompson shined on the field with 21+5+3, and his shooting transformed into a Rockets surprise

In the preseason game when the Rockets defeated the Pelicans, Amen Thompson announced the completion of his evolution with a dominant performance. He efficiently scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists in 24 minutes of play. His precise performance of 2 of 3 shots from beyond the three-point line was in sharp contrast to his past shooting shortcomings. The results of hard training have become the core engine of the team's victory.

Amen in this game completely broke the label of "shooting black hole". In the middle of the first quarter, he took advantage of a teammate's screen to catch the ball and smoothly hit a three-pointer with his signature jump shot. This goal was the epitome of his thousands of shooting training during the offseason. In the second quarter, he showed his all-round attributes: breaking through the ball to help his teammates hit three-pointers, grabbing defensive rebounds and launching a fast break layup. The combination of offense and defense completely revitalized the Rockets' offensive system.

At the critical moment in the final quarter, Amen's projection transformation is particularly critical. Facing the Pelicans' shrinking defense, he decisively hit his second three-pointer of the game from the top of the arc, instantly opening the point difference to double digits. In the entire game, he made 5 of 8 shots and all 9 free throws. His true shooting percentage was as high as 87.8%. He led the game in plus-minus value of +11, responding to expectations with impeccable efficiency.

This highlight comes from the extreme self-discipline during the offseason. As a player who was once questioned for his 13% three-point shooting rate, Amen spent the whole summer in the training hall, repeatedly polishing his shooting skills from the bottom corner to the top of the key, and even optimized the details of his movements through private training camps. Teammate Green revealed that his shooting movements have become smoother and his confidence has improved visibly. In the first three preseason games, he has made 4 of 6 three-pointers, and his shooting percentage has soared to 66.7%, which is a huge difference from the 27.5% shooting rate last season.

For the Rockets, Amen's transformation is of great significance. As a defensive core who can defend from position 1 to position 4, he has now made up for his shooting shortcomings and completely released his tactical value - he can not only use three-pointers to open up space, but also connect the whole team with breakthroughs and support. As he said before the game: "I am now very confident in three-pointers in all positions. This is the reward for hard training."

Although the preseason sample is limited, Amen's shooting improvement has allowed the outside world to see the potential. This new star, who is both offensive and defensive, is writing the story of transformation with sweat and has become a key weight for the Rockets to hit higher goals in the new season.