Şengün has been compared to Nikola Jokić in terms of playmaking ability for a center, and he represents one of the best Turkish players in NBA history.
Born: 2002, Giresun, Turkey
Position: Center / Power Forward
NBA Achievements:
Drafted #16 overall in 2021 by the Houston Rockets
Quickly became a key contributor as a skilled, modern center
Known for his efficiency, rebounding, and passing
Playing Style:
High basketball IQ—reads defenses well and makes smart passes
Strong post scorer, using both finesse and footwork
Can stretch the floor with mid-range and occasional three-point shooting
Not as athletic as some other big men, but makes up for it with skill, positioning, and anticipation