Sure, Steph Curry’s got the spotlight, and Jalen Green brings the fireworks, but if you’ve been really watching these playoffs, you know Alperen Şengün is the one quietly stealing the show for the Houston Rockets. The 22-year-old big man from Turkey controls the game flow in a way you don’t see often from a center of his age.
In Game 4, he dropped a monster 31-point, 10-rebound performance that nearly flipped the script for the Rockets. Then, in Game 5, he was everywhere—scoring, passing, even swatting shots—just one assist and one rebound shy of a triple-double (15 points, nine assists, and nine rebounds).
While Green gets the highlight dunks, Şengün’s the one anchoring the Rockets’ push to stay alive in the series. All eyes were on him again, heading into Game 6 to see if he could keep the momentum going when it mattered most.
Alperen Şengün vs. Golden State Warriors: Game 6 Stats
| Minutes | Points | Rebounds | Assists | FG% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 21 | 14 | 6 | 40% | 71.4% |
Şengün vs. Warriors: How Did He Perform in Game 6?
Şengün delivered another big performance in Game 6, following up his dominant Game 5. After a solid first half with eight points, six rebounds, and two assists, he really took over in the second, finishing with 21 points, a staggering 14 rebounds, and six assists. His shooting wasn’t perfect at 8/20, but he was everywhere—grabbing boards, creating plays, and hitting key shots when the Rockets needed him most.
His 5/7 from the free-throw line helped him maintain his impact, and once again, he proved to be a cornerstone for Houston’s success. He showed no signs of slowing down, keeping the Rockets in control and playing a big part in their 115-107 win.
Şengün vs. Warriors: Head-to-Head Career Stats
Şengün’s performances against the Golden State Warriors have quietly painted the picture of a young player evolving into a true force in the league. In 13 career games versus the Warriors, he’s averaged 13.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 3.8 assists.
But the real story lies in Şengün’s consistency and ability to step up when facing one of the NBA’s premier teams. From his modest 2-point outing on Jan. 31, 2022, to his explosive 26-point showing on Dec. 11, 2024, he’s learning to match his game to the high stakes of playoff-level competition.
Şengün’s stats in the regular season against the Warriors:
- Nov. 7, 2021: 12 PTS, 5 REB, 1 AST
- Jan. 21, 2022: 5 PTS, 6 REB, 2 AST
- Jan. 31, 2022: 2 PTS, 4 REB, 1 AST
- Nov. 20, 2022: 4 PTS, 7 REB, 3 AST
- Dec. 3, 2022: 12 PTS, 4 REB, 1 AST
- Feb. 24, 2023: 5 PTS, 9 REB, 8 AST
- Oct. 29, 2023: 19 PTS, 5 REB, 7 AST
- Nov. 20, 2023: 30 PTS, 13 REB, 5 AST
- Nov. 2, 2024: 14 PTS, 10 REB, 4 AST
- Dec. 5, 2024: 16 PTS, 8 REB, 5 AST
- Dec. 11, 2024: 26 PTS, 11 REB, 5 AST
- Feb. 13, 2025: 10 PTS, 13 REB, 4 AST
- Apr. 6, 2025: 19 PTS, 14 REB, 4 AST
His ability to stretch the floor, rebound in traffic, and facilitate the offense has made him a key player in Houston’s growing lineup.
READ: WATCH: Warriors Bench, Alperen Şengün Raise Tensions With Heated On-Court Exchange
Şengün’s growth has been especially clear when he’s shared the floor with other young talents like Jalen Green, where their chemistry creates problems for opposing defenses.
While it’s still early in his career, the trajectory is clear. Şengün has proven himself capable of taking on a Warriors team that thrives on high-scoring, fast-paced offense. With every matchup, he’s becoming a more reliable player.
- Source: NEWHD MEDIA
