Rockets' Amen Thompson must avoid mistake critics pressured Giannis into

Amen Thompson needs to improve his jumper, but his top priority should be refining his strengths.

Denver Nuggets v Houston Rockets | Kenneth Richmond/GettyImagesHouston Rockets wing Amen Thompson is gradually becoming one of the most well-rounded players in the NBA. He's improved exponentially across his three seasons, establishing himself as an elite defender, high-level playmaker, and dynamic slasher who can put up points in a hurry.

As critics push Thompson to focus on his three-point shot, however, he must learn from how naysayers asked Giannis Antetokounmpo to emphasize weakness when he could've been refining his strengths.

Antetokounmpo is an all but unflappable player. He's an NBA…