Turkey Coach’s Surprising Call on Alperen Sengun Sparks Wild Speculation Among Rockets Fans

Is Alperen Sengun just having fun on the court, or is he quietly plotting a EuroBasket revolution? Turkey’s star center, fresh off a breakout NBA season as the Houston Rockets’ key man, isn’t just padding stats—he’s steamrolling through Group A with an undefeated streak, leaving Estonia in the dust 84-64. At just 23, Sengun’s blend of hunger and pure joy for the game has him posting jaw-dropping numbers—20 points, 8.8 boards, and 6.5 assists per game—making it clear: this isn’t just a warm-up act. With Turkey eyeing their first EuroBasket crown since 2001, and Coach Ergin Ataman lauding Sengun’s fierce passion and elite skill set, it’s hard not to wonder—are we witnessing the rise of Europe’s next towering titan? And on top of that, with the Rockets assembling around new star Kevin Durant, can Sengun’s electric form blaze a new path both internationally and back in the NBA? Let’s dive into what makes this young phenom one to watch. LEARN MORE.