# Rockets Star Alperen Sengun REFLECTS On Stan Culture Issues, Ime Udoka's COACHING, Season Struggles

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Podcast: [Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets](https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535)
Published: 2026-08-25T12:31:24+00:00
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Houston Rockets big man Alperen Sengun’s reflects on stan culture and this past season's struggles in a revealing Turkish interview. Can the team’s rising stars and Ime Udoka’s leadership push them into true contender status? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Alperen Sengun’s candid reflections on fan dynamics, accountability, and his growth mindset, with specific highlights on the evolution of his defensive game and relationship with head coach Ime Udoka. Key topics include Sengun’s openness about midseason struggles, the mental side of free throw shooting, and how timeline overlap with teammates like Kevin Durant impacts in-game adjustments.

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