Amen, and Ausar Thompson made history as the first twins to both be selected within the top five picks in the NBA Draft. Amen joined the Rockets at the fourth overall pick, while Ausar found his spot with the Detroit Pistons.
Drawing comparisons to the Morris Twins, Marcus, and Markieff Morris, the young Ausar and Amen Thompson emerge as the next potential dynamic duo in the NBA. While the season is still months away, the Thompson brothers get into a playful banter with each other.
Trash-talking tendencies and distinct approaches
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The twins, Amen and Ausar, recently shed light on their differing trash-talking tendencies. Ausar’s outspoken nature stands out as he engages in banter regardless of the game’s situation. In contrast, Amen reserves his words to support his brother or respond to opponents. Their playful exchange showcased their distinct approaches to on-court communication; Ausar even hints at using some “sneaky stuff.”
These selections marked a significant moment for Overtime Elite, as the twins became the first players from the league to make their NBA debut. Possessing remarkable athleticism, they are poised to embark on careers as two of the most exciting and promising basketball talents worldwide.
A playful dunking challenge for the new Morris Twins
In a lighthearted twist, the Thompson brothers threw down a challenge of their own. Asked who would dunk on the other first, Amen expressed his confidence by stating, “I’m actually 100% positive I’m dunking on him first“. In response, Ausar confidently retorted, “He’s never going to dunk on me in his life. But I’ll dunk on him.”
This good-natured exchange between siblings further underscores their competitive spirit and the friendly rivalry driving them.
Fans were quick to react to the Thompson brothers’ challenge, with many drawing comparisons to the Morris Twins. One fan expressed optimism, stating, “Next Morris Twins man. They gonna be special.”
Next Morris Twins man. They gonna be special
— Sr. (@MookSrBurner) August 8, 2023
Here are a few more reactions:
One fan playfully compared them to the Kelce brothers, who famously met in the Super Bowl. Fans suggest that the Thompsons might cross paths in the NBA Finals someday.
You love to see a little friendly brother banter.
Let’s see if they can meet in The Finals like The Kelce brothers did.
— NBA Triggered (@NBATriggered) August 8, 2023
Another fan with high expectations wrote, “If they?re only as good as the Morris twins then they?re big disappointment lol”?
If they’re only as good as the Morris twins then they’re a pretty big disappointment lol
— nah (@casualtweeter02) August 8, 2023
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The Thompson twins’ journey, from their unique trash-talking dynamics to their friendly yet competitive challenges, paints a picture of two rising stars with immense potential.
the Thompson twins and Cade & Jalen.. going to be a good decade
— From The Corner Podcast (@FTCPodcastNBA) August 8, 2023
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As they step onto the NBA stage, basketball enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the excitement and impact they will bring to the game. Who do you think will dunk on whom first? Let us know in the comments below!
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