Alperen Sengun Houston Rockets, “most untouchable player”?

General manager Rafael Stone is expected to keep the same Houston Rockets roster.

During Houston’s April exit interview, Stone said he “loved” the team that went 41-41, giving the Rockets their first winning season since the James-Harden era. And thanks to the return of Steven Adams and Tari Eason, Stone believes their additions will help the Rockets reach their playoff aspirations during the 2024-25 season.

While Stone believes in his current roster, he won’t rule out the possibility of making a bold trade if necessary. Bleacher Report recently revealed each “Most Untouchable Player” for all 30 teams. And for the Rockets, rising star Alperen Sengun will be the only player not to move if Stone makes a major trade.

Sengun is coming off a career season, averaging 21.1 points on 53.7% shooting, 9.3 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 63 games. If not for a season-ending ankle injury, Sengun’s career year could have landed him Most Improved Player of the Year honors.

One of his best moments of the season came in the Rockets’ 114–101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on March 5. Sengun finished with a career-high 45 points in the win, to go with 16 rebounds, five steals and one block. . The highlight of the game came midway through the fourth quarter when Şengün robbed Victor Wembanyama.

His steal led to a behind-the-back pass from Cam Whitmore, who converted Sengun’s steal into a two-handed dunk.

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