Chris Bosh Praises Alperen Sengun and the Rockets’ Potential
On November 2, Chris Bosh praised Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun’s unusual but effective offense as the 6-1 team prepared to face the 5-1 Boston Celtics.
On November 2, Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Bosh singled out Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets as a team to watch, praising their defense and the center’s distinctive scoring style. Houston had opened the season with a 6-1 record, while the Boston Celtics stood at 5-1 ahead of the teams’ upcoming matchup.
Bosh described Houston as a team that can make opponents work in close, physical contests and create problems when games slow down. He said Sengun’s approach may be unconventional, but that it produces results. Bosh also expressed hope that the Rockets could build toward a championship.
Sengun, a two-time All-Star, was averaging 22.8 points, 9.0 rebounds and 7.4 assists per game. Those scoring and assist averages were career highs, and both ranked among the league’s top 20. His playmaking as a center has drawn comparisons with Nikola Jokic, and the report noted that Sengun could be in contention for his first All-NBA selection in 2027 if he sustains that level.
Houston had beaten the Spurs from San Antonio and Thunder from Oklahoma City, both viewed as potential contenders for another deep playoff run. Its only defeat came against Dallas, with Sengun missing the game because of lower-back soreness.
The Celtics entered the matchup with a changed roster: Jaylen Brown had departed and Paul George had joined. Houston’s challenge is to maintain its strong start, while Sengun’s continued production will help determine how far the Rockets can go.