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Ranking the 23 best NBA players under 23 years old, with a FIBA World Cup star leading the pack

Where should Victor Wembanyama rank? Here's the answer, along with the other best young NBA stars.

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ESPN’s JJ Redick sees Rockets’ Alperen Sengun becoming household NBA name

“He’s a guy that all of a sudden, I think after year three, will be a household name in the NBA,” ESPN’s @JJ_Redick says of young #Rockets center Alperen Sengun.

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Complete Houston Rockets player ratings list for NBA 2K24 video game

Among #Rockets players, Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, and Alperen Sengun are leading the way in NBA 2K24’s initial player rankings for the 2023-24 season.

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Where Bleacher Report ranks Rockets players in 2023-24 season

Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun are among the #Rockets represented in Bleacher Report’s 2023-24 NBA player rankings.

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Highlights: Alperen Sengun leads Turkey past Sweden and into FIBA tournament final

With 16 points in 24 minutes on strong efficiency, #Rockets center Alperen Sengun led Turkey past Sweden and into the final of its FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament.

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Rockets center Alperen Sengun excels again in FIBA play as Turkey bests Ukraine

#Rockets center Alperen Sengun (30 points, 5 steals, 3 blocks) had another big day in FIBA play as Turkey beat Ukraine on Tuesday evening. Here’s our look at his numbers and top plays.

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Alperen Sengun eyes All-Star push, shares greater goal for Rockets

#Rockets center Alperen Sengun tells @Eurohoopsnet that while he wants to become an All-Star in the NBA’s 2023-24 season, his ultimate long-term goal is a championship.

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Alperen Sengun excels in limited FIBA minutes as Turkey crushes Iceland

Young #Rockets big man Alperen Sengun had 10 points, 7 rebounds, and a block in only 15 minutes Saturday, helping Turkey crush Iceland in FIBA play. Here’s our look at his top moments.

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Rafael Stone is supportive of 2023-24 Rockets playing internationally

“We’re encouraging those guys not just to play, but to play great, and come back as better players,” Rafael Stone says of #Rockets players competing in international play this offseason.

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Highlights: Alperen Sengun dazzles as Turkey edges Poland in international match

With a dominant showing at this week’s international match versus Poland, Turkey’s Alperen Sengun gave #Rockets fans plenty to be excited about heading into the 2023-24 season.

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Report: Rockets center Alperen Sengun joining Turkey’s national team in August

In a reversal of earlier plans, #Rockets center Alperen Sengun will reportedly play for Turkey’s national team this month as it attempts to win a spot in the 2024 Olympics qualifying tournament.

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Updated 2023-2024 Houston Rockets roster, payroll after free agency

After an extremely busy 2023 free agency, here’s an updated look at the #Rockets roster and salaries entering the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Interview: Entering third season with Rockets, Alperen Sengun sets clear priorities

Now standing 6-foot-11 without shoes, young #Rockets center Alperen Sengun tells @BradeauxAndWill that defense and 3-point shooting are clear focal points entering the 2023-24 season.

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Rafael Stone lauds Fred VanVleet’s ability to play off ball, defend for Rockets

“He’s someone that has flourished off the ball, is a really talented 3-point shooter, and someone who has been truly excellent defensively,” #Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of Fred VanVleet.

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Takeaways: Amen Thompson, Scoot Henderson dazzle as summer Rockets edge Blazers

Amen Thompson (16 points, 5 assists, 4 blocks, 3 steals) showed flashes of point-guard brilliance in his #Rockets debut, but he also left early with a leg injury in Houston’s buzzer-beating win.

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Jock Landale ready ‘to do the dirty work’ for Ime Udoka, Rockets

“I’ve found a role that really fits into a mold that any team needs,” new #Rockets center Jock Landale tells ESPN. “Playing between the gaps, doing all the dirty work; every team needs that.”

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Where Rockets’ roster stands after wild start to 2023 free agency

With numerous players on the way out and several new signings on the way in, here’s a roundup of where the #Rockets currently stand after a wild start to the NBA’s 2023 free agency window.

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Rockets sign Jock Landale and trade for Patty Mills, who will be rerouted

After reaching deals with Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks, Houston’s busy free agency continued by trading for Patty Mills (who isn’t staying) and signing big man Jock Landale (who is staying).

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Takeaways: Rockets acquiring Dillon Brooks to bolster wing defense

The #Rockets are boosting their wing defense by acquiring Dillon Brooks, likely in a sign-and-trade with Memphis. His four-year contract with Houston will cost an average of $20 million, annually.

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Projected starting lineup for Rockets with Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks after free agency

Fred VanVleet is the first undrafted free agent to earn a contract worth more than $100 million.

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Free agency eve rumors: NBA teams expect Fred VanVleet, Dillon Brooks to join Rockets

Rival teams are expecting Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks to reach contract agreements with the #Rockets shortly after NBA free agency opens on Friday night, @TheSteinLine reports.

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Reaction: Rockets stunningly draft Cam Whitmore at No. 20 to pair with Amen Thompson

A few days ago, Cam Whitmore and Amen Thompson were said to be in close competition for the No. 4 pick. Somehow, Houston emerged with both on draft night. #Rockets

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Paul George sees ‘crazy nucleus’ with Houston’s young core

Paul George to Jalen Green: “You’re young, but your time is gonna come, if y’all can stay together. Y’all got a crazy nucleus. Y’all have a legit starting five.” #Rockets

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Report: Ime Udoka’s vision for Rockets includes emphasis on Alperen Sengun

In a new Houston Chronicle interview, head coach Ime Udoka outlines his vision for the 2023-24 #Rockets and why Alperen Sengun could be a key emphasis on both sides of the ball.

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Rockets center Alperen Sengun nominated for NBA’s Assist of the Year

#Rockets center Alperen Sengun has drawn comparisons to Denver’s Nikola Jokic for his playmaking, and now both are nominated for the NBA’s fan-voted Assist of the Year.

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