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USA Today via Reuters

Siblings playing in the NBA is not an uncommon sight. From the Curry brothers to Lonzo and LaMelo Ball, the NBA consists of multiple successful pairs of siblings. While fans have often seen brothers suit up for their teams, twins, on the other hand, are quite rare. The NBA has seen a total of 5 twins so far, with another duo joining the list last night. However, the introduction of the latest pair of twins to the league became a historic moment that even left fans stunned.

During the 2023 NBA Draft, 20-year-old twins Amen and Ausar Thompson made history. The two were drafted 4th and 5th overall by the Houston Rockets and the Detroit Pistons, respectively.

Twins break the NBA record on draft night

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Amen and Ausar Thompson became the first-ever brothers to be selected Top 5 in the same draft class. A remarkable achievement, the two brothers made NBA history, making their family proud. Amen and Ausar were both considered 5-star recruits by ESPN. Moreover, the twins even predicted who would be selected first ahead of the draft last night.

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While talking to Kendrick Perkins before the draft, Ausar revealed that he would be very proud to see his brother get drafted. However, Amen joked that “He’s already accepted the second place.” Ausar quickly replied, “I was just giving an example.” This conversation had the crew in splits.

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Nonetheless, it was a momentous occasion for the twins as they were selected back to back by the Houston Rockets and the Detroit Pistons, respectively.

 

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Like most twins, the brothers have been almost parallel to one another every step of the way. Both men are 6’7 tall and have attended the same high school, Pine Crest, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Opting out from playing college basketball in 2021, the two brothers went on to suit up for Over Time Elite in Atlanta. After spending two seasons in the league, the two decided to declare for the draft scripting history in the process.

Fans React to twins making NBA History

As the news of this record-breaking feat was made public, fans took to Instagram to voice their opinions. Many were left wondering about their potential, having not played college basketball, with one asking, “Where they from? Post some highlights.

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While some asked about their potential, few, as always, saw this in good humor, stating, “You know #4 talking mad s*it for the rest of his life.” Another fan reciprocated the same by saying, “Amen got bragging rights for life.” Regardless, it was a proud moment for the two and their family, as suggested by one fan who said, “Real cool for them parents must be proud hope they both win a title.

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