Here's how one Rockets standout is changing Houston's narrative
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03 February 2023
The Houston Rockets don't have a lot of wins to speak of this season, but they do have a plethora of young talent to be excited about moving forward. One of the players receiving a lot of praise across the NBA recently is Alperen Şengün.
With that in mind, is Şengün the best player on the team, or does that moniker still belong to Jalen Green?
Plus, how are the recent Şengün accolades impacting the rest of the players on the roster?
Be sure to check out the video above as we lay it all out.
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Examining all the reasons to believe the Rockets aced the offseason
Jul 2, 2025, 4:31 pm
The Houston Rockets are reshaping their roster in real time — and we’re breaking it all down. In just 24 hours, the team has added Dorian Finney-Smith and Clint Capela, moves that mark a clear shift in direction under Ime Udoka. With Finney-Smith in, Dillon Brooks is out — but is this a swap that actually makes Houston better?
In this episode, we dive deep into what these signings mean for the Rockets’ identity and future. Is Finney-Smith a cleaner fit in Udoka’s system than Brooks ever was? Are these aggressive contracts smart bets or future burdens? And what does all this say about the organization’s faith in its young core — from Amen Thompson to Alperen Sengun?
We also look ahead. Is this offseason already a win, or are more moves — like a Kevin Durant extension or Cam Whitmore trade — still on the table? Let’s talk about where the Rockets stand now, and where they could be headed next.
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