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2.3
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1.7
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0.7
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Thompson roared out of the blocks during his rookie season, despite some obvious flaws on the offensive end of the floor. He quickly established himself as an elite rebounder from the wing position, tallying double-digit boards in eight of his first 14 games. During that time, he also recorded a total of 17 steals and 24 blocks, providing elite defensive production in anyone's book. However, Thompson was benched after Christmas, playing fewer than 20 minutes in eight of the next 10 games. He then shifted back into the starting lineup before having his season cut short due to blood clots. When all was said and done, Thompson finished as the 180th-ranked player in standard leagues, averaging 8.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.9 blocks in 25.1 minutes per game. The Pistons have made more than a few lineup changes during the offseason, bringing in Malik Beasley, Tobias Harris, Tim Hardaway and Paul Reed while re-signing Simone Fontecchio and drafting Ron Holland. While depth is certainly a good thing in terms of reality, it creates a logjam of which Thompson is likely to be a part. Poor shooting could once again cap Thompson's upside, making him more of a defensive specialist with rebounding potential. Thompson is worth a flier at the backend of drafts, but managers will want to keep a close eye on his playing time. Read Past Outlooks

Efficient in season-ending loss
Thompson finished Thursday's 116-113 loss to the Knicks in Game 6 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with 17 points (5-7 FG, 7-10 FT), six rebounds, one assist, two blocks and three steals over 23 minutes.
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Despite ultimately losing in six games, Thompson came alive late in Detroit's first-round playoff matchup with New York, averaging 19.5 points on 76.5 percent shooting from the field across the final two contests. After missing the end of the 2023-24 season and the first 18 games of the 2024-25 campaign due to a blood clotting issue, Thompson was able to play in 59 of the Pistons' final 64 regular-season outings. Over those 59 regular-season appearances, the 22-year-old forward averaged 10.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.7 steals in 22.5 minutes, establishing himself as one of the best young defenders in the NBA. Still, Thompson will likely look to improve upon his outside shooting, as he shot just 22.4 percent from three and 64.1 percent from the free-throw line this season.
Despite ultimately losing in six games, Thompson came alive late in Detroit's first-round playoff matchup with New York, averaging 19.5 points on 76.5 percent shooting from the field across the final two contests. After missing the end of the 2023-24 season and the first 18 games of the 2024-25 campaign due to a blood clotting issue, Thompson was able to play in 59 of the Pistons' final 64 regular-season outings. Over those 59 regular-season appearances, the 22-year-old forward averaged 10.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.7 steals in 22.5 minutes, establishing himself as one of the best young defenders in the NBA. Still, Thompson will likely look to improve upon his outside shooting, as he shot just 22.4 percent from three and 64.1 percent from the free-throw line this season.
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How does Ausar Thompson compare to other players?
This section compares his stats with all players from the previous three seasons (minimum 200 minutes played)*. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that stat and it would be considered average.
True Shooting %
56.8%
Effective Field Goal %
54.7%
3-Point Attempt Rate
10.7%
Free Throw Rate
30.9%
Offensive Rebound %
9.4%
Defensive Rebound %
15.9%
Total Rebound %
12.7%
Assist %
14.6%
Steal %
3.2%
Block %
2.8%
Turnover %
10.8%
Usage %
19.2%
Fantasy Points Per Game
25.3
Fantasy Points Per Minute
1.1
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2023 Fantasy Outlook
A five-star recruit during his time at Pine Crest High School, Thompson decided to sign with the Overtime Elite basketball league with his brother, Amen, rather than play collegiately. Thompson's highlight-reel offensive plays get most of the attention, but the wing's defense might be where he makes the biggest impact out of the gate. He's hyper-athletic and versatile, which may allow him to defend all positions but center, especially when the other team runs small. He'll jump in passing lanes and pick pockets to start fast breaks, and he's a great shot-blocker for his size. Offensively, he's best with a head of steam toward the basket, whether that be on or off the ball, due to his poor shooting. When he has the ball in his hands, he's an excellent passer who has demonstrated patience and precision. Thompson has the look of a potential star, though he may need to follow in the steps of other two-way playmaking wings without knockdown-jumpers. Most NBA comparisons come with a caveat -- a more passing-focused Jimmy Butler, a longer Markelle Fultz, a bouncier Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. While Thompson doesn't project to be a primary ballhandler with the Pistons as long as Cade Cunningham is around, his career could begin to trend in that direction. Whether Thompson starts or comes off the bench, he should at least see 25 minutes per game for a Detroit team featuring forwards like Bojan Bogdanovic and Isaiah Livers. In four Summer League appearances, Thompson averaged 13.5 points, 10.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 2.3 steals and 1.8 blocks in 29.2 minutes.
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Breaks out in Game 5 win
Thompson closed Tuesday's 106-103 win over New York in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with 22 points (8-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-12 FT), seven rebounds and two blocks over 29 minutes.
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Quiet in Game 4 loss
Thompson recorded eight points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one block and one steal across 22 minutes during Sunday's 94-93 loss to the Knicks in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
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Plays 18 minutes in loss
Thompson closed with seven points (2-3 FG, 3-5 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one steal over 18 minutes during Thursday's 118-116 loss to the Knicks in Game 3 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
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Fouls out of Game 2
Thompson produced five points (2-7 FG, 1-4 FT), five rebounds and two steals across 21 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 100-94 win over the Knicks in Game 2 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
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Officially off injury report
Thompson (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's Game 1 against the Knicks.
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Langdon thinks highly of him
Pistons president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon said during his exit interview that he's looking forward to seeing how much Thompson develops with a full offseason under his belt, Keith Langlois of NBA.com reports.
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"Ausar - it's his second season and he had a shortened first season and a shortened second season because it didn't start on time and he really didn't have a summer, either, because of his blood clots," Langdon said. "It's exciting for us that he'll have a full summer to train as a professional that he hasn't had yet. To have the season he had without a full summer or training camp is incredible." The Pistons have several players hitting free agency, which includes Malik Beasley, Tim Hardaway, and Dennis Schroder, but regardless of who the team brings back, it seems inevitable that Thompson will play a pivotal role in 2025-26. In 59 appearances during the 2024-25 regular season, Thompson averaged 10.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.7 steals in 22.5 minutes.
"Ausar - it's his second season and he had a shortened first season and a shortened second season because it didn't start on time and he really didn't have a summer, either, because of his blood clots," Langdon said. "It's exciting for us that he'll have a full summer to train as a professional that he hasn't had yet. To have the season he had without a full summer or training camp is incredible." The Pistons have several players hitting free agency, which includes Malik Beasley, Tim Hardaway, and Dennis Schroder, but regardless of who the team brings back, it seems inevitable that Thompson will play a pivotal role in 2025-26. In 59 appearances during the 2024-25 regular season, Thompson averaged 10.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.7 steals in 22.5 minutes.