What happened: Amen Thompson hustled for over 20 seconds on a single possession, leading to a last-second tip-in by Jabari Smith Jr. just before halftime at the NBA China Games.

Why it matters: The play highlighted the activity level of the two young forwards as they prepare for the 2026-27 season. Both remain core pieces for Houston as the franchise continues to develop its recent draftees.

What to watch: The team will finalize its regular-season rotations as the exhibition schedule concludes.