"When you see something special, you know it's special." Stone said as the Rockets introduced Thompson and No. 20 pick Cam Whitmore.
Amen didn't shy away from the expectations placed upon him as he met with the media at the Toyota Center. He detailed his lofty goals for his career, as well as what he wants to be remembered for when his playing days come to a close.
"Hopefully a lot of championships," Thompson noted as his chief career goal. "Just a winning player, a player who would do anything for his team. ... Some MVPs, hopefully some [Defensive Player of the Year awards].