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Alperen Şengün at the Houston Rockets 2026–2027: Statistics, Role and DevelopmentHouston’s Turkish centre Alperen Şengün entered the new season established in the NBA, following a second consecutive All-Star selection.
As at 2 October 2026, the new regular season had yet to begin; the league’s opening night was scheduled for 20 October. Last season’s figures therefore provide a baseline for assessing his development once competitive games begin.
Alperen Şengün playing for the Houston Rockets. Source: NBA.
The 2025–2026 regular season in numbers| Measure | Average per game |
|---|---|
| Points | 20.4 |
| Rebounds | 8.9 |
| Assists | 6.2 |
Şengün played 72 regular-season games. These figures offer a starting point for comparison, alongside the quality of his scoring opportunities and the efficiency of his performances in the coming season.
His role in Houston’s offenceŞengün is an important scorer and playmaker at centre. His passing helps Houston involve teammates cutting towards the basket and exploit spaces left by the defence.
Fred VanVleet’s anticipated return offered additional help in organising the offence and creating easier opportunities. A key tactical question was whether that support would improve Şengün’s attacking efficiency and leave him more energy for defence and rebounding.
Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson are also central to Houston’s team. How responsibilities and possession are shared among them is an important part of following Şengün’s season.
What is he working to improve?His preparations for the season included work with shooting coach Chip Engelland on free throws and three-point shooting.
Last season, he shot 69.1% from the free-throw line and 30.5% from three-point range. He discussed improving his balance when shooting and making corner three-pointers a larger part of his game.
Progress in those areas could improve Houston’s spacing, especially when Şengün plays alongside another centre.
From official coverage of the Houston Rockets’ preparations for the 2026–2027 season. Source: NBA.
How to assess his progress during the season- Scoring efficiency: Look at shot selection and shooting accuracy alongside total points.
- Playmaking: Compare assists with turnovers and watch how he handles defensive pressure.
- Defence and rebounding: Follow his presence around the basket and his ability to end opposing possessions by securing the ball.
- Major games: Assess his performances against strong opponents and in decisive minutes.
Build comparisons across several games, taking account of minutes played, absences and changes in his teammates’ roles.
Alperen Şengün’s official page: statistics and news
Houston Rockets: roster and fixtures
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