The other Thompson twin ain’t too bad either.
While Amen Thompson stars in Houston, Ausar Thompson is in the midst of the best stretch of his young NBA career heading into Thursday’s contest against the Knicks.
Detroit is a small home favorite.
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This month, Thompson is averaging 15.3 points, 7.5 rebounds and 4.3 assists as Detroit head coach J.B. Bickerstaff is giving him some extra run with 30.5 minutes per game.
Having already clinched a playoff spot and potentially settling into the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference, Thompson’s young legs should once against see big minutes against the Knicks on Thursday.
The Knicks will be without OG Anunoby, Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson in this possible playoff preview.
Isaiah Stewart, one of the Pistons’ key front court pieces off the bench, is questionable for the game, too, which could open up more opportunities for Thompson.
Look for the second-year stud to fill the box score once again against a Knicks team down several players.
The play: Ausar Thompson Over 20.5 points + rebounds + assists (-114, Caesars Sportsbook)
Dylan Svoboda is a versatile writer and analyst across many sports. He’s particularly knowledgeable about the big three — MLB, the NFL and the NBA.
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