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Rockets Training Camp | Alperen Sengun Looking EXPLOSIVE + Dorian Finney-Smith Trade MISMANAGED?
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- Sep 25, 2026
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- 1599
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Summary
Houston Rockets fans get a first look at Alperen Sengun’s explosive improvements in training camp, raising expectations for a breakout NBA season. Could Sengun’s dominance around the rim be the missing piece to elevate Houston’s offense? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) spotlights the big man’s athleticism, Chip England’s influence on the team’s shooting development, and Kevin Durant’s perspective on working with the renowned shooting coach. Debate heats up around the Dorian Finney-Smith trade as questions surface on whether Houston mismanaged valuable draft assets. What ripple effects could this have on the team’s path to NBA title contention, especially with Fred VanVleet and Marcus Smart reshaping the backcourt? Key topics include Rockets’ roster dynamics, luxury tax challenges, and the franchise’s all-in mentality as Kevin Durant’s future looms.