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Thompson’s Deal Sets Buzelis’ Benchmark | Chicago Bulls News
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- Sep 6, 2026
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Summary
Houston just handed Amen Thompson a massive five-year, $208 million extension, rewarding his breakout season as the team’s starting point guard — especially after stepping up when Fred VanVleet went down. With 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, Thompson proved he’s more than just a rookie. This deal sets a new benchmark for young stars like Chicago’s Matas Buzelis, who’s now looking at a similar path. Buzelis has already shown growth — scoring jumped from 9 to 16 PPG — but to match Thompson’s value, he’ll need to become a two-way force, not just a scorer. The Bulls know they’re watching a rising star with serious upside — and this contract signals that elite development can translate into elite paychecks. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0bfca92e66357010