What happened to Alperen Sengun during the Rockets vs. Mavericks game?

Alperen Sengun sustained a right lateral ankle sprain just over a minute into Saturday's game against the Dallas Mavericks.

What are Alperen Sengun's stats for the Houston Rockets?

Alperen Sengun is averaging 22.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game this season for the Rockets.

Is Steven Adams playing for the Rockets?

No, Steven Adams was also sidelined with a right ankle sprain, adding to the Rockets' center injury concerns.

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Rockets Star Sengun Leaves Game with Ankle Sprain

4 Jan

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Summary

Alperen Sengun sustained a right lateral ankle sprain early in Saturday's game.
He was injured just over a minute into the matchup with the Mavericks.
Sengun averages 22.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 6.7 assists this season.

Rockets Star Sengun Leaves Game with Ankle Sprain

Houston Rockets' All-Star center Alperen Şengün exited Saturday's game against the Dallas Mavericks due to an injury sustained early in the first quarter. With barely more than a minute played, Şengün landed awkwardly while contesting a loose ball, resulting in a right lateral ankle sprain. The team confirmed the nature of the injury, though his immediate return was uncertain.

Şengün has been a pivotal player for the Rockets this season, averaging an impressive 22.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game. While he had recently missed two games with left calf tightness, he returned for Thursday's victory. This latest ankle sprain now casts doubt on his availability for upcoming matchups.

The Rockets entered the game on a four-game winning streak, facing a Mavericks team that had lost its previous four contests. Şengün's absence, coupled with the existing injury to center Steven Adams (also out with a right ankle sprain), presents a significant challenge for Houston's frontcourt depth as they continue their season.