Rockets’ Sengun Exits Game Early Due to Ankle Sprain
Alperen Sengun, the Houston Rockets’ All-Star center, suffered a right ankle sprain during a recent game. This injury forced him to leave early in the first quarter of their match against the Dallas Mavericks.
Game Overview
In a closely contested game on Saturday night, the Rockets fell to the Mavericks with a final score of 110-104. The incident occurred when Sengun landed awkwardly while securing a rebound.
Sengun’s Injury Details
- Sengun exited the game with 10:56 remaining in the first quarter.
- He was ruled out for the rest of the game before halftime.
- This injury is categorized as a lateral sprain of his right ankle.
Sengun’s Performance
The 23-year-old center has been having a standout season. Prior to the injury, Sengun was averaging:
- 22.6 points per game
- 6.7 assists
- 9.3 rebounds
- 1.5 steals
- 1.0 block
Impact on the Team
Sengun’s absence was significantly felt, especially since backup center Steven Adams was also sidelined due to a right ankle sprain. This left Clint Capela as the only available big man for the Rockets during the game.
Conclusion
The Rockets will need to assess Sengun’s condition moving forward as they navigate the challenges of the ongoing season without their star player.
