Rockets, Amen Thompson distribute storm relief supplies in Houston

In the aftermath of a devastating storm that struck the Houston area on May 16, the Rockets held multiple initiatives Thursday to help local residents. Some are still without power, while others are low on supplies due to the effects of being without power for days.

From the team’s press release:

Earlier today, the Rockets distributed relief supplies to Houston-area residents impacted by last week’s damaging storm.

Rockets guard Amen Thompson and Rockets legend Major Jones volunteered alongside Rockets employees at Finnigan Park in Houston’s Fifth Ward to provide members of the community with essential items including water and toiletries.

“When I got drafted, Houston embraced me,” Thompson said in a quote distributed by the team. “Through the season they embraced me, so I just wanted to show that I support them back.”

The Rockets also partnered with Kroger to host a drive-through distribution at a Kroger location in Cypress. At that event, Hall of Famer Calvin Murphy joined staff members from the Rockets and Kroger to distribute basic necessities to help those in need.