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Amen Thompson’s last-second block seals Rockets win over Spurs
Amen Thompson blocked Victor Wembanyama’s potential tying shot with five seconds left to preserve Houston’s 114-110 victory over San Antonio. Thompson finished with 20 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and two steals, while Alperen Sengun added 29 points, seven rebounds and seven assists as Houston opened 2-0.
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What matters
- Thompson’s block came after Wembanyama received a late pass near the rim.
- Sengun scored 29 points with seven rebounds and seven assists, recording his 35th career game with at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists, tying Steve Francis for second-most such games by a Rockets player before age 25.
Why this made the edition
Admit: a completed, consequential early-season result with a decisive defensive play against Victor Wembanyama, supported by complete game evidence and a notable individual performance.
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