Rockets' Thompson, at 6-foot-7, stuffs Wemby's last-second shot to seal win
Rockets guard Amen Thompson blocked Victor Wembanyama at the rim to prevent a potential tying bucket as the Rockets beat the Spurs 114-110.
ESPN reports: Rockets guard Amen Thompson blocked Victor Wembanyama at the rim to prevent a potential tying bucket as the Rockets beat the Spurs 114-110.
This sports story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Rockets' Thompson, Wemby and Amen Thompson.
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