Amen Thompson scored 12 points in the Houston Rockets’ 106-108 loss to the New York Knicks on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Madison Square Garden.
Thompson played 41 minutes, recording 12 rebounds and 10 assists, marking his second double-double of the season. He also had 7 steals and 3 blocks. Thompson shot 55.6% from the field, going 5-for-9. He did not attempt any three-pointers or free throws.
The game was closely contested, with the Knicks securing the win by a narrow margin. Thompson’s performance came in his fifth career game against the Knicks, bringing his career average against the team to 12.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game, according to game data.
Thompson, a 6-foot-7 guard, was the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft. He is currently in his second season with the Rockets. He was named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team in 2025 and the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2024.
The Rockets, currently 34-21, are sixth in the Western Conference standings. They are scheduled to play the Sacramento Kings at home on Wednesday, February 25, followed by a road game against the Orlando Magic on Thursday, February 26.
League leaders as of February 24, 2026, show Luka Dončić leading in points per game with 32.8, while Nikola Jokić leads in rebounds with 12.5 and assists with 10.5. Jokić also leads the league in TS% with 69.3.
