Alperen Sengun Injury Status Update for March 21st, 2026
The Rockets got some good news today — Alperen Sengun has been cleared and is officially available to play. Alperen had previously been listed as Questionable, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Rockets.
Alperen Sengun Season Averages
The Rockets get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 56 games, Alperen is averaging 20.4 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 6.1 assists in 33.6 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.6 | 20.4 | 9.0 | 6.1 | 15.9 |
Rockets Performance With & Without Alperen Sengun
The numbers tell a clear story about Alperen's value to the Rockets. With Alperen in the lineup this season, the team is 35-21. Without him, they've gone 4-3. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (114.7 vs 117.2), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 35-21 | 4-3 | — |
| Off Rating | 117.2 | 114.7 | -2.5 |
| Def Rating | 112.2 | 111.5 | -0.7 |
| Net Rating | 5.0 | 3.2 | -1.8 |
| PPG | 115.1 | 110.9 | -4.2 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Alperen Sengun Back
With Alperen back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Steven Adams and Jae'Sean Tate are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Alperen again.
MPG: -6.5
MPG: -5.1
Alperen Sengun Betting Trends
With Alperen returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Rockets have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Sengun) Steven Adams PTS UNDER: 17-5 (+11.7u, 5.6 / -114 avg. line) Reed Sheppard 3PM OVER: 33-23 (+10.8u, 2.2 / -102 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Alperen Sengun's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Heat @ Rockets - March 21, 2026 Miami Heat: Norman Powell (Out) Andrew Wiggins (Out) Houston Rockets: Fred VanVleet (Out) Steven Adams (Out)
Alperen is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Rockets and the rest of the league.