Ausar Thompson

Executive Summary

Ausar Thompson is a player for the Pistons, ranking in the 96th percentile league-wide by Baseline Impact Score (79). In 26 minutes per game across 63 starts, Ausar produces 10.0/5.8/3.0 (pts/reb/ast).

Current Form & Trajectory

Live Form Index: 65 — above-average recent performance, ranking well above league average. Ausar is on a verified hot streak — LFI has surged +8.0 points, backed by genuine efficiency gains rather than inflated volume or soft matchups. The production increase is sustainable and reflects real development or peak performance.

Scoring & Shot Profile

The 26.1% three-point clip is a real weakness. Teams leave Ausar open beyond the arc, which shrinks the floor for the entire offense. Improving this to even league-average (36%) would transform his offensive ceiling. The 57.1% free throw rate limits late-game reliability and suggests potential touch/mechanics issues that may also cap jumper improvement.

Defensive Scouting Report

Defensive Reality Score (DRS 76) ranks well above league average among players. Ausar is a premier wing defender — versatile enough to guard 1-through-4 with length, lateral quickness, and instincts. 2.0 steals and 0.9 blocks per game barely capture the full impact. He disrupts passing lanes, contests jumpers, and recovers on drives.

Off-Ball Value

Gravity & Off-Ball Impact (GOI 83) ranks top 20% of the league among players. He contributes meaningful off-ball value through cutting, screening actions, and movement. The result is that Ausar doesn't need the ball to positively impact the offense — lineups with him space the floor better than his usage numbers suggest.

Key Matchup Insight

Ausar is matchup-proof — elite offense (OIQ 78) combined with elite defense (DRS 76) means there's no scheme that neutralizes him. Against top defenses, he maintains production while simultaneously disrupting the opponent's best players.

The Verdict