Turkish star Alperen Sengun shines as Rockets defeat Spurs 118-106
Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets dunks against the San Antonio Spurs during the first half at Toyota Center on February 26, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (AFP Photo)
Turkish international all-star player Alperen Sengun played 19 minutes in the Houston Rockets’ 118-106 win against the San Antonio Spurs, finishing with 9 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block.
Amen Thompson led the Rockets with 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Jalen Green contributed 21 points and 7 rebounds. Dillon Brooks added 19 points, and Jeff Green scored 13.
For the Spurs, Keldon Johnson and Stephon Castle each scored 22 points, while Sandro Mamukelashvili chipped in with 12.
With this victory, the Rockets secured their 37th win in 59 games, while the Spurs dropped to a 24-33 record.
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