Alperen Sengun: I want to go to the NBA as soon as possible

Besikats big man Alperen Sengun is considered one of the best European prospects for the 2021 NBA Draft.

Speaking with Anadolu Agency   (via ntvspor.net) Sengun revealed that he wants to go to the NBA as soon as possible.

“Some people say I should stay here 1-2 years longer to get experience, and some say I should go in NBA as soon as possible and develop there….In fact, I want to go there and develop there as soon as possible. . there are better deal than Turkey. Work organization, a better schedule. I want to go there soon to thrive”

Sengun added that now is focused on the Besiktas season: “I don’t think about the NBA right now. This could have a negative effect on my game. I will look at this issue at the end of the season. Right now I’m focused on my team”.

The eighteen year old center this year is averaging 19.7 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.4 assist, 1.3 steals and 1.7 blocks, shooting 64% from the field and 78% from the foul line.

He’s No.14 in the ESPN Top 100 for the 2021 NBA Draft.