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Alperen Sengun shines with double-double as Rockets top Suns 119–105

Alperen Sengun (#28) of the Houston Rockets dribbles past Oso Ighodaro (#11) of the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona, April 7, 2026. (AFP Photo)
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Alperen Sengun (#28) of the Houston Rockets dribbles past Oso Ighodaro (#11) of the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona, April 7, 2026. (AFP Photo)
April 08, 2026 12:09 PM GMT+03:00

Alperen Sengun delivered a standout performance as the Houston Rockets secured a 119–105 road victory over the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center, extending their winning streak to seven games.

The Turkish center recorded a double-double, contributing 12 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 assists in roughly 28 minutes on the court. Kevin Durant added 24 points, while Amen Thompson scored 22, helping Houston overcome an early deficit.

Alperen Sengun (#28) of the Houston Rockets attacks the basket in the matchup against the Phoenix Suns at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona, April 7, 2026. (AFP Photo)
Alperen Sengun (#28) of the Houston Rockets attacks the basket in the matchup against the Phoenix Suns at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona, April 7, 2026. (AFP Photo)

Despite Devin Booker’s 31 points and Mark Williams’ 19 points, the Suns were unable to counter the Rockets’ second-half surge. Houston erased a 21-point first-quarter deficit, dominating rebounds and second-chance scoring to secure the victory.

The win marks Houston’s 50th of the season, strengthening their position as the fifth seed in the Western Conference and maintaining their momentum heading into the playoffs.

April 08, 2026 12:09 PM GMT+03:00
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