We analyze in 3D the features that make Alperen Sengun special, the young center of the Houston Rockets. His footwork, peripheral vision, and ability to read defenses make him an atypical case in the NBA. He is not a conventional center; his style is more reminiscent of a classic point guard with a center's body.
Technical analysis: the surprise factor in the low post 🏀
From a 3D analysis perspective, his shooting mechanics and body usage in the low post are key. Sengun employs a wide repertoire of fakes, hooks, and hip movements that disorient taller defenders. His ability to pivot and find the open teammate after the double team is his main statistical advantage. Advanced data shows a high assist percentage from the paint, something rare for his position. His IQ plays a central role in every possession.
The player who forces coaches to use ibuprofen 🤯
Watching Sengun is like observing a magician with size 48 shoes. He makes no-look passes that even he doesn't know how they turned out well and throws left-handed hooks that look like they came from a 2010 YouTube tutorial. Rival coaches age two years per game trying to figure out what he'll do. Spoiler: even he doesn't know. But it works, and that's what matters.