Sengun has become a bit of a divisive player for Rockets fans over the past few months. Does the team need to trade him? Was he the steal of the draft in 2022? Is he going to be an All-Star this year?
Reality sits somewhere in the middle. Sengun has shortcomings, contrary to what some see from his per-36 numbers or other projections, but he does also deserve an increased role on this team.
If the coaching staff sees this, there is a chance that the franchise could move off of Christian Wood this offseason to force Sengun into a large role and to see what he can do with those minutes.
None of this is to say that Sengun is a bonafide starter of the future for this team or a lock to be on it alongside the current young core, but he could be an important piece if the Rockets want to get more from their five if they get a guy like Banchero that struggles defensively.
source: Space City Scoop
