Rockets’ Alperen Şengün Listed as Questionable for Monday’s Game Against Lakers
The Houston Rockets have listed center Alperen Şengün as questionable for Monday night’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers, according to The Athletic’s Law Murray.1 The Rockets are coming off a 107-105 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday.1
Şengün’s Performance This Season
Şengün is averaging 20.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.1 blocks per game while shooting 50.3% from the field and 27.9% from three-point range in 58 games this season.2 In his most recent game on March 11, he recorded 10 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 blocks in 24 minutes of play.1
Rockets’ Current Standing
The Rockets currently hold a 41-25 record, positioning them as the fourth seed in the Western Conference.1 They have won six of their last ten games and boast a 23-8 record at home.1
Recent Playoff History and Team Additions
Houston reached the playoffs last year as the second seed but were eliminated by the Golden State Warriors in seven games.1 The addition of Kevin Durant has fueled expectations for a deeper playoff run in 2026.
Lakers’ Performance
The Lakers are the third seed in the Western Conference with a 42-25 record in 67 games.1 They are currently on a five-game winning streak, having won eight of their last ten games. The two teams will play again on Wednesday in Houston.