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Amen Thompson’s Shooting Makeover | Houston Rockets News
Amen Thompson just signed a massive five-year, $208 million extension with the Houston Rockets — but his three-point shooting remains a glaring weakness, hitting just 21.6% last season. Veteran NBA star Joe Johnson hit hard on the Nightcap podcast, stressing that in today’s game, you can’t afford to lack a reliable jump shot — especially at that level of pay. He broke down the mechanics Thompson needs to fix: ball grip, shoulder alignment, and elbow positioning — all requiring relentless reps. Still, there’s hope: Thompson’s free-throw percentage soared to 77.9%, signaling he can improve when…
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