Alperen Sengun has quickly established himself as a prominent player in the NBA. Known for his elite post moves, impressive playmaking, and strong rebounding, he has made significant strides in his young career. Last season, Sengun earned his first All-Star selection and stood out in the EuroBasket tournament.
Current Season Focus: Free-Throw Shooting
Despite his accomplishments, Sengun struggled with free-throw shooting. His highest free-throw percentage was 71.5% in his second season. However, last season, he dipped to a career low of 69.2%. This was particularly striking given that he visited the free-throw line more than ever.
Improvement through Offseason Work
Following a disappointing playoff exit against the Golden State Warriors, Sengun set his sights on improvement for the 2025-26 season. His offseason efforts have already shown promise. During EuroBasket, he achieved a free-throw shooting percentage of 75.4% from 57 attempts.
- EuroBasket Free-Throw Percentage: 75.4%
- Free-Throw Attempts: 57
- Preseason Free-Throw Record: 12-12
In three preseason games, Sengun remained perfect from the line, converting all twelve attempts. While this is a small sample size, it highlights his commitment to improving his free-throw performance.
Implications for the Upcoming Season
With his growing reputation, Sengun is becoming a focal point for opposing defenses. Teams are likely to foul him increasingly, seeking to avoid easy baskets. If he continues improving his free-throw percentage and expands his 3-point shooting range, expectations will soar.
Sengun averaged just over 19 points per game last season. If he maintains his free-throw success in the upcoming regular season, he could set career-high scoring marks. His performance might even place him among MVP candidates this year.
