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Can Alperen Sengun Push Jokic, Wembanyana Aside in the West?

Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets are off to a nice start this season. Sengun is in his 6th NBA season, and he has quickly developed into one of the NBA's best young centers; his growth has been a huge reason the Houston Rockets have become such a dangerous team in the Western Conference.

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Jonathan Kuminga gets a flagrant foul for elbowing Alperen Sengun in face

Jonathan Kuminga pulled a Victor Wembanyama during Wednesday’s game. Kuminga and the Minnesota Timberwolves played Wednesday against Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

3 Takeaways from the Rockets 109-93 Win Over Boston

In a battle of one-loss teams, the Rockets improved to 7-1 for the first time in 12 years by beating the Boston Celtics 109-93 on Monday night. Alperen Sengun led the way with 26 points for a Rockets offense that shot 54.4% from the field and 40% from behind the three-point line.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Alperen Sengun News / Field Level Media / November 2

Alperen Sengun, Rockets snap Celtics' 5-game winning streak

Alperen Sengun posted 26 points and 10 assists and the Houston Rockets used a 10-0 fourth-quarter rally to seal a 109-93 win over the visiting Boston Celtics on Monday.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 2

Chris Bosh Sees Something Special in Rockets Star Alperen Sengun

The Houston Rockets are near the top of the Western Conference standings with a 6-1 record. The Rockets’ primary starting lineup is composed of Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun.

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Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Final Injury Report for Thunder-Rockets: Will Chet Holmgren, Alperen Sengun Play?

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the road Saturday night as they travel to take on the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference showdown. Oklahoma City enters Saturday’s game with a 4-1 record after losing on the road to the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday night.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 30

NBA Insider Provides Update on Rockets Trade Plans

Featuring a core of Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson, there are high hopes for the Houston Rockets to elevate their profile in the Western Conference.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / October 30

Final Injury Report for Rockets-Mavericks: Will Alperen Sengun, Reed Sheppard Play?

The Houston Rockets are on the road Friday night as they travel to take on the Dallas Mavericks in a Western Conference showdown as part of NBA Cup group play.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 30

Houston Rockets Stock Watch: 3 Players Rising and 2 Falling During Perfect Start

The Houston Rockets are off to a hot start and are 5-0. I know it’s early but they look like the best team in the NBA. The team has been very impressive and they are getting contributions from all over the roster.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 30

Sengun, Smart status as Rockets try to stay perfect at Mavs: Preview, Starters, Injuries, How to Watch

Game date, time and location: Friday, Oct. 30, 8:10 p.m. ET, AmericanAirlines Center, Dallas, Texas TV: Space City Home Network (Houston), TEGNA Inc.

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Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 30

Is Alperen Sengun playing Friday? Rockets vs. Mavericks NBA Cup injury report

The Houston Rockets take on the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Cup on Friday. Rockets center Alperen Sengun is listed on the team’s injury report, with the Turkish star currently questionable to play due to low back soreness.

Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Final Injury Report for Rockets-Bucks: Will Alperen Sengun, Marcus Smart Play?

The Houston Rockets are on the road Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Milwaukee Bucks in an interconference matchup. Houston enters Wednesday’s game with a 4-0 record after defeating the Atlanta Hawks at home Monday night.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

Is Alperen Sengun playing Wednesday? Rockets vs. Bucks injury report

The Houston Rockets will be without star center Alperen Sengun for Wednesday night’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks as they attempt to continue their undefeated start to the 2026-27 season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 28

Ime Udoka Provides Alperen Sengun Injury Update

Rockets head coach Ime Udoka said imaging on All-Star center Alperen Sengun’s low back revealed a “mild strain” that could keep him out a few games. “We’ll be cautious with that,” Udoka said during his weekly appearance with Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal on SportsTalk 790.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27

How the Rockets Adjust with Alperen Sengun Out

Off to the best start of his NBA career, Rockets All-Star center Alperen Sengun will miss Wednesday night’s game in Milwaukee because of lower back soreness.

Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / October 27

Views from the game: Rockets extend opening streak to four games / TDS chats with Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun

The Houston Rockets couldn’t have gotten off to a better start to the season as they entered their rematch with the Atlanta Hawks at 3-0, and one of the four teams playing that night was still undefeated.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27

The Houston Rockets' 4-0 Start Has Championship Written All Over It

The Houston Rockets are off to a great start and are 4-0. I think people need to start paying more attention to them. Houston’s vision and their pieces

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27

Kevin Durant throws shade at opponents who ‘read a lot of bad articles’ on Alperen Sengun this summer

The Houston Rockets are 4-0 to start the season, following their second straight win over the Atlanta Hawks. The Rockets are looking like a more fluid team, which has drawn the attention of Kevin Durant.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 27

3 Takeaways From Alperen Sengun’s Dominant Night as Houston Starts 4-0

HOUSTON (OnSI)- The Rockets are 4-0 for the first time in 12 years after Monday’s 120-110 win over the Hawks. After trailing by three at halftime, the Rockets took control late in the third quarter and opened the fourth quarter with an 18-8 burst.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27

Rockets’ Alperen Sengun joins Nikola Jokic in rare club with eye-popping stats vs. Hawks

The Houston Rockets have looked like one of the best teams in the NBA through the first few games of the 2026-27 season. Their hot start to the new campaign continued on Monday, as they rode a strong night from Alperen Sengun to defeat the Atlanta Hawks for the second straight time, taking a 120-110 victory at home.

Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / October 26