Basketball player Şengün, a star in the NBA, sets his sights on winning EuroBasket medals and capturing an American basketball championship
Alperen Sengun, the centre for the Houston Rockets, is gearing up for his fifth season in the NBA with renewed determination. Since joining the Turkish National Basketball Team in 2020, Sengun has been a consistent performer, and he hopes to carry this form into the upcoming season.
Sengun attributes his success in the NBA to his relentless focus on improving his game each season. He left Turkey with the goal of enhancing his body, language, and basketball skills, and he has done just that. Now, he sets his sights on helping the Rockets repeat their 1995 NBA championship success.
Sengun's family's participation in his All-Star Game experience last season filled him with pride. He earned his first All-Star selection, a testament to his hard work and dedication. Sengun recalls an exhilarating moment in his NBA career: a dunk that he considers one of the best of his life, despite an offensive foul being called. He wishes the call hadn't occurred, but the memory remains a source of motivation.
The Rockets have added more experienced players for the new season, including NBA superstar Kevin Durant. Sengun is excited to play alongside Durant, who is expected to open up the game for the Rockets, being incredibly effective both offensively and defensively. Sengun praises Ime Udoka, the Rockets' head coach, for his impact on the team and players, particularly in helping Sengun mentally.
Sengun's role with the Rockets appears to be significant, especially given his high usage rate and his ability to make plays and score while involving teammates. He is one of the pivotal players around whom the Rockets are building their team strategy, positioning the team as a potential championship contender for the 2025-2026 season.
Regarding the Turkish National Basketball Team, Sengun aims to win a medal at the 2025 European Championship for his country. However, specific information on his goals or role with the team is not available at this time.
Despite not disclosing his personal goals for the season, Sengun's ambition to win an NBA championship is clear. His determination, coupled with the Rockets' young and talented core, makes for an exciting new chapter in the team's history.
Sengun hopes to replicate his impressive NBA form with the Rockets, aiming to mirror their 1995 championship success in Europe. His aspirations extend beyond the Rockets, as he targets a medal with the Turkish National Basketball Team at the 2025 European Championship.
