Raptors, Barnes get lots of praise from rival GMs in NBA survey
Executives are high on Toronto's two best players, as well as its top prospects.
In the 2026-27 NBA General Managers survey, published by NBA.com each October, Houston Rockets fourth-year wing Amen Thompson received high marks across several categories. Thompson was ranked second in the poll for "Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2026-27," first for "Who is the best perimeter defender in the NBA," second for "Who is the most versatile defender in the NBA," first for "Which player is the most athletic," and tied for fourth for "Which player is the fastest with the ball."
Thompson averaged a career-high 18.3 points per game, including 53.4% field goal percentage, 7.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.5 steals during the previous season. The GMs unanimously praised Thompson's versatility, allowing him to play and defend effectively at various positions. Thompson, who was selected fourth overall in the 2023 draft, has been a standout player for the Rockets since joining the team.
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