Rocket's Sengun has difficult conversations about team expectations

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Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Rocket's Sengun has difficult conversations about team expectations
Summary

Alperen Sengun of the Houston Rockets had significant discussions about his development following the end of the season. ESPN reports that expectations for Sengun have increased as he enters his sixth NBA season, especially after averaging 20.4 points and 6.2 assists last season. General manager Rafael Stone and head coach Ime Udoka are aiming for the team to improve upon its recent playoff exits. The Rockets are expected to rely on a healthier roster and further growth from Sengun and other young players like Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr. as they prepare for the upcoming season, with training camp set to open in late September.

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  • Sengun had difficult conversations about his performance and expectations.
  • He has earned All-Star selections in consecutive years.
  • The Rockets aim to improve after back-to-back 52-30 seasons.
  • Injuries sidelined key players last playoff season, impacting performance.
  • Training camp for the Rockets opens in late September.
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  • 2:17 AMYahoo SportsESPN: Rockets, Alperen Sengun had ‘difficult conversations’ at end of season
What they're saying
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“I think Sengun is really the big guy that they’re looking forward to making that big step,” ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne says of the 2026-27 Rockets.

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