Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago

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This detailed film breakdown & scouting report explores the defense of Amen Thompson and Tari Eason for the Houston Rockets elite defense. Specifically, the way they work as a tandem to pressure the ball, (over) help in the paint and force turnovers to discombobulate opposing offenses.

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