Houston Rockets: Analayst Has Huge Expectations Out of Alperen Sengun Ahead of the 2024-25 Campaign

While there are still a couple of days before the season officially kicks off, one analyst laid out his expectations on how Sengun will lead Houston to the playoffs for the first time since the James Harden era.

Analyst expects Alperen Sengun to shine for the Houston Rockets

The Dream Shake’s Nick Stevenson laid out his expectations out of the 22-year-old center who finished third in the 2023 Most Improved Player award.

He wrote that he believes the big man should have no reason to not continue his development as a focal point on the Rockets’ offense:

On the offensive end, there is no question Alperen Sengun has elite potential. Every season he has increased his rebounding averages as well. Last season Sengun had the 15th best defensive rating in the NBA with a 111.0 rating, a vast improvement over his 116.6 defensive rating the season prior. For reference, Giannis Antetokounmpo had a 111.8 defensive rating last season.

He also pointed out that while his defense could use some work, a bit of guidance from the team should help him improve his ability to safeguard the paint. He discussed the steps the Rockets took to ensure this:

This summer, the Rockets sent three player development staff members to Türkiye for seven weeks to help Sengun develop his game. Sengun looks stronger.

Sengun broke out for Houston last season, averaging 21.1 points, 9.3 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.2 steals, and 0.7 blocks while playing for 32.5 minutes a game. If he continues his growth this season, an All-Star nod is not far from his future.