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FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Solid stat line Monday Sengun provided 15 points (4-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds and seven assists in 36 minutes during Monday's 140-120 loss to Sacramento.

Impact Sengun struggled a bit from the field, but he still salvaged his fantasy output by delivering solid numbers in the rebounds and assists categories. The second-year big man has established himself as a viable two-way contributor for the Rockets and is averaging 17.3 points, 8.9 rebounds and 5.7 assists since the start of January, a span in which he's also racked up five double-doubles and two triple-doubles.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder play the Rockets

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City into a matchup against Houston averaging 30.8 points per game

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Green and Houston take on Toronto in non-conference action

Toronto plays Houston for a non-conference matchup

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • Associated Press

Double-doubles in return to lineup Sengun supplied 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-4 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and three blocks across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 112-106 win over Oklahoma City.

Impact Sengun returned to the starting lineup after missing Saturday's game due to an illness. His workload is no longer a concern for fantasy managers these days, as he's been able to eclipse 30 minutes in his last eight appearances with averages of 19.6 points, 11.0 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 2.0 blocks and 1.1 steals in that span.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Wednesday Sengun (illness) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact The big man was held out of Saturday's game against Detroit due to an illness, but after putting in a full practice Monday he's been removed from the injury report altogether. Obviously, this is great news for fantasy managers as the Rockets enter a three-games-in-four-nights stretch. Over his last 10 appearances, Sengun has two triple-doubles while posting 18.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, 6.8 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocks per game.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City set for matchup against Houston

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City into a matchup with Houston averaging 30.9 points per game

JANUARY 31, 2023 • Associated Press

Practices Monday Sengun (illness) participated in Monday's practice session, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Sengen was unavailable for Saturday's game against Detroit due to a non-COVID illness, but it was encouraging to see him back at practice Monday. It's certainly possible that he'll return to game action for Wednesday's matchup against Oklahoma City. He's posted double-doubles in four of his last six appearances and has averaged 22.0 points, 11.3 rebounds, 7.2 assists, 2.0 blocks and 1.3 steals in 35.8 minutes per game during that time.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Sengun (illness) is out Saturday against the Pistons, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact It will be a bit of a skeleton crew for Houston against Detroit, as Sengun, Jalen Green (calf) and Kevin Porter (foot) are all sidelined. In the frontcourt, more minutes should be available for Bruno Fernando, Tari Eason and Usman Garuba.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Now questionable Sengun is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons due to a non-COVID illness, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Sengun is a late addition to the injury report with an illness, which does not bode well for his availability Saturday. If he were to miss, Bruno Fernando and Usman Garuba would see expanded roles while Jabari Smith could see more action at the five.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records triple-double in defeat Sengun notched 21 points (10-16 FG, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and three steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 108-103 loss to Washington.

Impact Sengun has surpassed the 15-point mark in five consecutive games, but he's doing more than just putting up solid scoring figures and is finding ways to impact the game across several categories almost on a regular basis. The second-year big man has three double-doubles and one triple-double over his last five outings and is averaging 18.7 points, 9.8 rebounds and 6.2 assists per game in January.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts strong final line Sengun notched 21 points (8-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-8 FT), seven rebounds and seven assists across 35 minutes during Monday's 119-114 win over the Timberwolves.

Impact Sengun made his mark in a number of categories Monday evening, though he also committed five turnovers. He racked up seven assists for a second straight game, and he's now dished out six or more dimes in seven straight matchups. Sengun has also reached the 20-point threshold in three of his last four appearances, averaging 24.3 points, 12.5 rebounds and 6.5 assists over this stretch.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota takes on Houston after Edwards' 44-point game

Minnesota visits the Houston Rockets after Anthony Edwards scored 44 points in the Timberwolves' 113-104 victory over the Houston Rockets

JANUARY 22, 2023 • Associated Press

Another standout performance Sengun posted 19 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-10 FT), 16 rebounds, seven assists, three blocks and one steal across 37 minutes during Saturday's 113-104 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Sengun was easily the best Rocket player once again, flashing his immense two-way upside. Although he was on the wrong end of a couple of highlight dunks courtesy of Anthony Edwards, the fact his wing defenders were merely turnstiles didn't help his cause. Sengun is finally getting the minutes he deserves, putting up first-round value over the past week.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edwards scores 44; Wolves hand Rockets 13th straight loss

Anthony Edwards scored a season-high 44 points, D’Angelo Russell added 23 and the Minnesota Timberwolves handed the Houston Rockets their 13th straight loss with a 113-104 victory

JANUARY 22, 2023 • Associated Press

Delivers double-double Sengun chipped in 24 points (10-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one block across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 122-117 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Sengun was efficient from the floor, active on the glass and sharp as a playmaker, and his continued surge has made it increasingly tough for head coach Stephen Silas to keep him off the floor. The second-year center has now cleared 30 minutes in three straight contests and in five of his nine appearances in January. He's holding down monthly averages of 18.1 points, 9.2 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks while shooting 60.9 percent from the field.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records career-high 33 points Sengun had 33 points (14-17 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 15 rebounds, six assists and four blocks in 37 minutes during Monday's 140-132 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Sengun was practically unstoppable Monday, going 14-for-17 from the field en route to a career-best point total. He drained both of his three-point tries -- the first time he has knocked down multiple triples this season -- and rounded out an impressive stat line with 15 boards, six assists and four blocked shots. Fantasy managers have salivated over Sengun's skill set since his rookie campaign last year, though he didn't get enough opportunity then to show off his full potential. That's changed his season, as the 20-year-old has started every game in which he has played since Oct. 28. Sengun has taken his game to another level of late, averaging 18.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.2 blocks over his past six contests.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron drops 48, Lakers beat Rockets 140-132 to snap skid

LeBron James had a season-high 48 points and nine assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped a three-game skid with a 140-132 victory over the Houston Rockets

JANUARY 17, 2023 • Associated Press

Logs another well-rounded effort Sengun ended Friday's 139-114 loss to the Kings with 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and four steals over 28 minutes.

Impact Sengun posted a 10/10/10 triple-double his last time out, and while he couldn't quite reach the same rebound and assists totals Friday, he upped his scoring to 14 points on an efficient 6-for-9 mark from the field. The big man also notched a pleasantly surprising four steals, setting a new career-high mark. Sengun's versatile skill set is a valuable asset in fantasy, and he's averaging 15.2 points, 8.0 boards, 5.3 dimes, 1.3 steals and 0.7 blocks over his past six contests.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Historic performance in loss Sengun totaled 10 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists and one steal across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 135-115 loss to the Kings.

Impact Sengun led Houston in both rebounds and assists in the contest, and by tallying a 10/10/10 line he became the youngest center in NBA history to record a triple-double, per the Associated Press. The 20-year-old has shown marked improvement in his second professional season, as he's raised his per-game output in nearly every offensive category while increasing his field-goal percentage and free-throw rate over seven points each to 54.9 percent and 78.6 percent, respectively. Over his past three games, Sengun is averaging 16.0 points, 10.7 boards and 5.0 assists while logging 31.7 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes close to double-double Sengun supplied 18 points (8-15 FG, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block across 35 minutes during Sunday's 104-96 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Sengun finished just two rebounds away from a double-double, and for the most part, he matched up quite well with Rudy Gobert on both ends of the court. The versatile big man only has three double-doubles in his last 10 games, but he's averaging 15.7 points and 8.2 boards per contest in that span.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong double-double in loss Sengun registered 20 points (7-14 FG, 6-8 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 32 minutes during Thursday's 131-114 loss to Utah.

Impact Sengun finally cracked 30 minutes in the loss, only the third time he has done so in the past month. He came through with the goods, delivering his first double-double in almost two weeks and adding at least three assists for the third straight game. The upside is clear as day, and while he is obviously a must-roster player, fantasy managers would love to see 30 minutes a night from him on a regular basis.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sengun (back) will play in Monday's game against Dallas, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact After missing the previous game with a sore back, Sengun has been cleared from the injury report and will presumably reclaim his spot in the Rockets' starting lineup at center. The big man played only 17 minutes in his last game Thursday at Dallas, though that was largely due to early foul trouble. Prior to that contest, Sengun finished scoreless in 22 minutes against Boston on Tuesday, though for the most part he's been a fairly reliable fantasy asset this season.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Monday Sengun (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Dallas.

Impact As expected, the big man is considered a 50-50 call at this juncture after he missed Saturday's loss to the Knicks with a sore back. Prior to that, Sengun played only 17 minutes against the Mavericks on Thursday, due in large part to early foul trouble. The hope is that he'll be back in action when the Rockets tip off a four-game week, but a definitive call may not be made until Monday evening.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Sengun will not play in Saturday's game against the Knicks due to lower back pain, Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Sengun's absence comes as a bit of a surprise considering he was not on the injury report prior to being ruled out. Bruno Fernando and Usman Garuba will be relied on to fill Sengun's vacated minutes at the center position. His next opportunity to play will come Monday against Dallas.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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