Alperen Sengun called out by rookie Labaron Philon Jr. on TikTok
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 12:33 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Alperen Sengun of the Houston Rockets was mentioned by Philadelphia 76ers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. in a viral video. Philon, drafted 22nd overall, expressed his desire to cross over against Sengun next season, following criticism and playful jabs on social media. Sengun, a two-time All-Star, averaged over 20 points and nearly 9 rebounds last season, leading the Rockets to the playoffs before they were eliminated in the first round. As he prepares for the upcoming season, Sengun will also compete with the Turkish national team in FIBA World Cup qualifying activities. Philon, likened to Sixers star Tyrese Maxey, has been regarded as a potential standout in the NBA after being seen as a draft steal by some analysts.
- •Alperen Sengun averaged 20.4 points, 8.9 rebounds last season.
- •Labaron Philon Jr. named Sengun as a player he wants to face.
- •Sengun will play for Turkey in FIBA World Cup qualifiers.
- •Philon was drafted 22nd overall by the 76ers, seen as a draft steal.
- •Rockets were eliminated by the Lakers in the first round of playoffs.
- 12:33 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets Star Alperen Sengun Catches Stray From NBA Rookie
"One of the NBA’s best young stars today is Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun.The 23-year-old big man is already a two-time All-Star, averaging 20.4 points, 8.9 rebounds, 6.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks last season. He helped the Rockets make the playoffs as the fifth seed.However, the Rockets suffered a disappointing exit at the […] The post Houston Rockets Star Alperen Sengun Catches Stray From NBA Rookie appeared first on HEAVY.
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