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Alperen Sengun explains why he left social media platform X

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 9:26 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Alperen Sengun explains why he left social media platform X

Summary

Houston Rockets player Alperen Sengun shared insights into his decision to leave social media platform X during an interview. Sengun cited the 'dangerous' nature of social media, mentioning how negativity and toxicity affected him and the team after a disappointing playoff run. The Rockets finished as the 5th seed in the Western Conference but were eliminated in the first round by the Los Angeles Lakers. Sengun expressed concern over the impact of outside criticism and the emotional toll it took on him. He emphasized the mental strain of second-guessing oneself based on false narratives circulating online.

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Key Details

•Alperen Sengun played for the Houston Rockets in the NBA.
•Rockets were eliminated in the first round of playoffs by the Lakers.
•Sengun cited mental health risks as a reason for leaving X.
•Toxicity on social media led to second-guessing and stress.

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What they're saying

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The social media landscape isn’t always kind to athletes, and Alperen Sengun shared his tough experience on X. Houston Rockets fans had big expectations for their team last season, but Alperen Sengun and his co-stars failed to live up to those.
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