Alperen Sengun is turning EuroBasket into a showcase for a potential NBA breakout. He shredded Poland for 14 points, 12 rebounds, 9 assists in 28 minutes and dominated Portugal with 20 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists in 20 minutes, flashing improved burst, playmaking, and rim finishing. If the efficiency and decision-making hold, the Rockets could have a multi-cat fantasy gem with top-10 upside. Serbia’s test against Jokic will be the real indicator, but the early signs are compelling and Rockets brass should be watching closely how Turkey sets Sengun up for success.

Beyond Sengun, the piece places him among elite EuroBasket figures like Porzingis, Doncic, and Jokic, offering a lens on how his skills translate to Houston’s system. The takeaway: a potential breakout season could be on the horizon, with EuroBasket serving as a predictive proving ground for his NBA trajectory.