What happened: Nate Ament threw down a powerful slam at the rim during Thursday's action. The rookie forward attacked the paint to finish emphatically above the rim.
Why it matters: Ament, who signed his rookie contract in July, continues to earn opportunities in the regular rotation during his debut season. His physical play in the frontcourt gives his team an athletic interior presence as he settles into the pace of the league.
By the numbers: Ament has recorded 8.0 points per game and 2.4 rebounds per game and 0.4 assists per game in 2026-27 through 9 games.
What to watch: Ament looks to maintain his regular rotation minutes and expand his offensive impact as the regular season continues.