The Latest Breaking News from Alperen Sengun

Dirk Nowitzki reacted on-air as Alperen Sengun nailed his signature fadeaway jumper

They're already calling him Turk Nowitzki.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 29, 2023

Rockets at Mavericks, Nov. 28: Lineups, how to watch, injury reports, uniforms

Alperen Sengun and the Rockets (8-6, 2-1) can clinch first place in their in-season tournament group by defeating Dallas (10-6, 1-2) on Tuesday night.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 28, 2023

‘OKC is so boring’: Alperen Sengun disses OKC in podcast with Paul George

'OKC is so boring': Alperen Sengun disses OKC in podcast with Paul George.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 27, 2023

ESPN’s Zach Lowe sees Alperen Sengun making All-Star push for Rockets

“Alperen Sengun has been incredible,” ESPN’s Zach Lowe says of the third-year #Rockets center. “Sengun might make the All-Star team this year.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 22, 2023

Takeaways: In close loss to Warriors, Rockets finish with Aaron Holiday over Jalen Green

Houston (6-6) has lost three straight after a 121-116 loss at Golden State. Alperen Sengun had another monster game with 30 points (56.5% FG) and 13 rebounds.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 21, 2023

After close win, LeBron James praises Houston’s Alperen Sengun, Dillon Brooks

In postgame comments after a 1-point Lakers win over the Rockets, LeBron James shared kind words and perspective regarding Alperen Sengun and Dillon Brooks.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 20, 2023

Takeaways: LeBron James, Lakers hold off Alperen Sengun, Rockets in closing seconds

Alperen Sengun’s tying bucket over LeBron James was for naught after James drew an ensuing foul with 1.9 seconds left to secure a Lakers win over the Rockets.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 20, 2023

Ime Udoka on Alperen Sengun: ‘His IQ is even higher than you think’

“I think his IQ is even higher than you think,” Rockets coach Ime Udoka says of Alperen Sengun. “He really understands the game.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 18, 2023

Takeaways: James Harden sinks Houston’s win streak with late dagger for Clippers

Houston had its six-game winning streak snapped Friday after James Harden connected on a 4-point play in the closing seconds to break the tie.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 18, 2023

Alperen Sengun embraces tough coaching by Houston’s Ime Udoka

“I love tough coaches,” Alperen Sengun said of Ime Udoka, smiling. “I feel like when I’m working with coaches [who get] mad, that makes me wake up. It’s good for me.”

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 17, 2023