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2023 Sports Stars of Tomorrow NBA Special: Rookies to Watch
October 2, 2023
NBA rookies Scoot Henderson and the Thompson twins took alternative paths from high school to the pros.
Skip college. Compete against pros immediately. These rookies chose a different path.
Scoot Henderson joined the NBA G League at 17 instead of playing college basketball. Amen and Ausar Thompson played for Overtime Elite. All three are now NBA rookies—Henderson with the Trail Blazers, Amen with the Rockets, and Ausar with the Pistons. Their alternative routes showcase how elite prospects are redefining the path to professional basketball.