On October 18, in an NBA preseason game, the Rockets easily defeated the Spurs 129-107.
In this game, both teams entered a seesaw battle from the start, tying in the first quarter. In the second quarter, Şengün teamed up with Jalen Green to help the Rockets take the lead, and the Rockets went on a 19-0 run to open up a lead of over 20 points. After halftime, the Spurs managed to narrow the gap at one point, but Jalen Green stepped up, hitting consecutive threes to help the Rockets expand their lead. In the final quarter, the two teams remained closely matched, but Şengün’s consecutive 2+1 plays helped the Rockets secure the victory.
In the entire game, Şengün played for 26 minutes, making 9 out of 12 shots (0 for 1 from three-point range) and 3 out of 7 free throws, scoring 21 points with 10 rebounds and 2 assists, while also committing 4 turnovers and 5 fouls. Jalen Green hit 7 three-pointers, playing for 27 minutes, making 8 out of 16 shots (7 for 13 from three-point range) and 7 out of 8 free throws, scoring 30 points with 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block, with 0 turnovers and a +6 plus-minus rating.
Today, the duo combined for 51 points to lead the team to a big win over the Spurs. With this victory, the Rockets have now won four straight games against the Spurs, including three consecutive wins in the regular season last year.
On Fire! Jalen Green Scores with Threes & Alperen Şengün Contributes Points and Rebounds, Team Up to Secure a Big Win Over Spurs. Author：Sports UEFA.Please indicate the source when reproduced：https://www.sportsuefa.com/basketball-headlines/58874.html
