Alperen Şengün to Lakers?
NBA fans are speculating that Alperen Şengün is "destined for championships" and should leave the Houston Rockets for the LA Lakers [https://x.com/i/status/2032110284173631711, https://x.com/i/status/2032255561404756363]. The throwback image post has 879 likes [https://x.com/asisttime/status/2032110284173631711].
While fan speculation swirls, Alperen Şengün is currently under contract with the Houston Rockets, having signed a 5-year, $185 million extension in October 2024. Despite his promising offensive skills, some analysts have pointed out concerns about his defense, which might be a factor in trade considerations. The Lakers' potential interest in Şengün isn't new. In October 2024, there were reports of the Lakers inquiring about him, but a deal was considered unlikely. At that time, it was speculated that Houston wasn't interested in offering Şengün a maximum contract extension, which could have opened a window for the Lakers. However, the Rockets seem committed to building around Şengün, viewing him as a key piece for their future. He was named to his first NBA All-Star Game in 2025 and again in 2026. As of March 2026, Şengün is averaging 20.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 6.1 assists for the Rockets, who hold a 40-25 record.
