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Alperen Sengun on second Rockets contract: ‘I want to sign it’

“They don’t have to sign it, but I want to sign it,” Alperen Sengun says of a potential contract extension in Houston. “You have peace of mind.”

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Tiago Splitter leaves Rockets to become head coach of Paris Basketball

After spending one season as an assistant to Ime Udoka in Houston, Tiago Splitter is leaving the Rockets to take a head coaching job in Europe.

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Rafael Stone: Rockets have no interest in trading Alperen Sengun

“Alpi’s gonna be with us next year,” Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of Alperen Sengun (via SiriusXM NBA Radio). “We have no interest in moving him.”

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New Orleans Pelicans to visit Houston for October 15 preseason game

Zion Williamson and the Pelicans are scheduled to face Alperen Sengun and the Rockets in an October 15 preseason game in Houston.

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Report: Rockets unlikely to offer max contracts in 2024 to Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun

Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun are unlikely to receive maximum-salary contract extension offers in 2024, the Houston Chronicle reports.

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ESPN: Since 2019, Rockets lead NBA in outperforming draft slots

Since 2019, the Rockets have received “almost double the expected value of their draft picks,” per ESPN’s Kevin Pelton.

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Report: Rockets have no interest in Alperen Sengun, Brandon Ingram trade with Pelicans

The Rockets have no interest in a rumored trade involving Alperen Sengun and New Orleans’ Brandon Ingram, The Athletic’s Kelly Iko reports.

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Connecticut’s Donovan Clingan visiting Rockets for pre-draft workout

UConn center Donovan Clingan will visit Houston and work out as part of the NBA’s pre-draft process, per Bryan Kalbrosky of USA TODAY’s For The Win.

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As extension talks loom, Shams sees Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun as max or near-max players

“They’ve already shown this desire to get a top-flight player at the wing position,“ Shams Charania says of the Rockets.

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Report: With No. 3 pick, Rockets to remain active in trade talks until NBA draft night

Michael Scotto on the Rockets: “The No. 3 pick will be discussed in trade talks leading up to draft night, league sources told HoopsHype.”

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Rafael Stone says Rockets are focused on bringing back core group

Rockets general manager Rafael Stone: “Our primary focus is bringing back our core group as a better core group than it was last year.”

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Donovan Clingan believes in potential fit with Rockets, Alperen Sengun

Donovan Clingan on a potential pairing in Houston with Alperen Sengun: “If he’s working inside, I’ll be able to step out and shoot the 3 and be able to space the floor.”

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Report: Don’t be shocked if Rockets keep, rather than trade, No. 3 pick

“The key to sustained contention is getting more bang-for-the-buck from as many non-star roster spots as possible,” ESPN’s Zach Lowe writes.

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‘Get ready to witness greatness’: Rockets star Alperen Sengun ready for next season

“Next season, we’re turning motivation into domination,” Rockets star Alperen Sengun says. “Get ready to witness greatness.”

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Alperen Sengun reflects on third year with Houston Rockets, vows better season in 2024-25

Alperen Sengun: “This past season we have improved a lot, as a Houston Rockets family. I’m proud of that, but it’s not enough for us.”

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ESPN’s Bobby Marks proposes new Jalen Green contract in Houston

ESPN’s Bobby Marks explains why a five-year, $160-million contract extension could be doable for both Jalen Green and the Houston Rockets.

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Rockets coach Ime Udoka applauds Amen Thompson’s off-ball growth

Rockets coach Ime Udoka on where Amen Thompson improved as a rookie: “Understanding how to impact the game without the ball in his hands.”

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Rockets GM Rafael Stone explains how young players can be more complementary

Rafael Stone on the fit of Houston’s young core: “The better you become, and the stronger your weaknesses are, the less you need somebody else to compensate.”

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Tyrese Maxey beats out Alperen Sengun for NBA’s Most Improved Player award

76ers guard Tyrese Maxey beat out Rockets center Alperen Sengun and Bulls guard Coby White in voting for the NBA’s 2023-24 Most Improved Player award.

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Rockets star Alperen Sengun drives increased NBA interest in Turkey

Alperen Sengun’s breakout 2023-24 season with the Rockets led to a spike in NBA interest from Turkey, according to the league’s data.

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Rockets star Alperen Sengun named Most Improved Player finalist by NBA

Houston’s Alperen Sengun, Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey, and Chicago’s Coby White are the NBA’s Most Improved Player finalists this season.

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Fred Vanvleet's Impact On Houston Rockets' Success And Future Plans

Learn how Fred VanVleet's impact and partnership with Alperen Sengun are shaping the Houston Rockets' future in the NBA.

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Rockets confident in Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun fitting together

“Fundamentally, great players can play with great players, and they’re not positionally similar,” Rockets GM Rafael Stone says of Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun.

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As Rockets adjust tactics, Jabari Smith Jr. thrives offensively at center

Since moving to center after Alperen Sengun’s injury, Jabari Smith Jr. is scoring 16.4 points per game while shooting over 40% on 3-pointers.

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Rockets expect Alperen Sengun, Jae’Sean Tate to miss rest of season with ankle sprains

With playoff contention off the table, the Rockets seemingly won’t risk the injury recoveries of Alperen Sengun and Jae’Sean Tate (both have a right ankle sprain).

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