Amen Thompson’s monster Game 5 keeps Rockets alive

01/05/202508:56

Houston Rockets

Amen Thompson delivered a playoff masterpiece to lead Houston past Golden State and force Game 6

Amen Thompson posted 25 points, 6 rebounds, 5 steals and 3 blocks in Houston’s 131-116 Game 5 win over the Warriors, pushing the series to San Francisco.

Thompson’s defense on Stephen Curry was elite, sparking a huge first-half run. “He took it personal,” said Dillon Brooks, praising his tenacity.

The Rockets shot 55.1% from the field and crushed Golden State on both ends. “Amen ignited us,” said coach Ime Udoka. The series now stands 3-2.

Amen Thompson picks Steph 🔒

TOUGH AND-ONE 😤 pic.twitter.com/Z8Ldhz4MLM

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