The 2021 NBA Draft is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 29th in Brooklyn. As that date continues to draw closer, the hype surrounding the incoming rookie class will only intensify. Draft night always marks an evening of newfound hope for the future. Franchise goals can range from rounding out a contending roster to drafting a cornerstone player for the future. Among the cream of the crop in this year’s NBA Draft is Center Alperen Sengun out of Besiktas (Turkey).
The following is a complete Alperen Sengun NBA Draft profile, including stats, highlights and a mock projection.
Alperen Sengun NBA Draft Profile, Stats, Highlights and Projection
Alperen Sengun
Position: Center
Height: 6’10”
Weight: 240 lbs.
Age: 18
International: Besiktas (Turkey)
Alperen Sungun 2020-21 Stats
- Games Played: 29
- Points: 19.2
- Rebounds: 9.4
- Assists: 2.5
- Field Goal Percentage: 64.6%
- 3-Point Field Goal Percentage: 19.0%
- Free Throw Percentage: 81.2%
- Steals: 1.3
- Blocks: 1.7
- Turnovers: 2.3
Alperen Sengun Highlights
Alperen Sengun NBA Draft Profile
Strengths
Here he comes. Is this the next European superstar in the NBA? At just 18 years old, Sengun has seemingly mastered just about every post move he needs to succeed at the next level. He is quick enough to also improvise his moves down low, which will keep defenders guessing. Sengun may have shot just 19% from three-point range, but his free throw percentage (81.2%) should be very intriguing in the eyes of teams, because it means Sengun has potential to develop a three-point shot.
Weaknesses
Sengun may be extremely crafty on offense, but there does seem to be a good place for him on defense. He will be undersized against the elite centers in the league. It was discussed above, but the fact that Sengun lacks any jumpshot whatsoever is concerning, and he could turn out to be a bust if he is unable to make teams pay with an outside shot.
Pro Comparison
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Alperen Sengun Draft Projection
All 2021 NBA Draft projections are taken from the latest Bleacher Report mock draft by Jonathan Wasserman.
Alperen Sengun is currently projected to be drafted by the Okahoma City Thunder at No. 18 overall.
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