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Rockets question future with Alperen Sengun as stretch five option

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 5:31 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Rockets question future with Alperen Sengun as stretch five option

Summary

The ongoing NBA Finals feature the New York Knicks leading the San Antonio Spurs 2-0, highlighting the success of teams with 3-point shooting centers. The Houston Rockets' reliance on Alperen Sengun, who averages 20.4 points but struggles with 3-point shooting, raises concerns about their competitiveness. In a league favoring modern stretch fives, Sengun's 28.1% shooting from deep could hinder the Rockets' ability to keep pace with other contenders. With Sengun's limitations and team struggles from beyond the arc, the Rockets might need to rethink their roster construction. Improvement in perimeter shooting will be essential for their long-term strategy.

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By the Numbers

•New York Knicks lead San Antonio Spurs 2-0 in NBA Finals.
•Alperen Sengun averages 20.4 points but shoots 28.1% from three.
•Rockets ranked third-fewest in three-point attempts during the regular season.
•Teams with stretch fives have dominated recent NBA championships.
•Rockets need to improve perimeter shooting to remain competitive.

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What they're saying

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For the second year in a row, the must-watch NBA Finals are taking place between two teams that field 3-point shooting centers. Even before last year, the previous two NBA champions had 3-point shooting bigs as well. To be a serious contender, having a modern, adaptable stretch five is clearly ideal. At least being able …
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