What happened: Amen agreed to a five-year, $208 million extension with Houston, and the other Thompson extension came in at five years and $155 million with Detroit. Amen's deal begins in 2027-28 and runs through 2031-32.

Why it matters: The back-to-back extensions cement Houston and Detroit's long-term bets on two young perimeter defenders before the 2026-27 season. Amen Thompson's $208M extension followed a 2025-26 season in which he finished third in Defensive Player of the Year voting and led the NBA in steals per game.

What to watch: Next up are the formal team announcements and any additional contract details before training camp. The focus then shifts to how both clubs build around the twins for 2026-27.