Alperen Sengun to lead Turkey in 2026 FIBA qualifiers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 2:31 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Alperen Sengun will represent Turkey during the FIBA World Cup European qualifiers scheduled for July 2 and 5, 2026. Turkey currently leads Group C with a perfect 4-0 record, putting them in a strong position for qualification. Sengun, who averaged significant contributions in the NBA and recently appeared in his second consecutive All-Star game, was a key player in Turkey's silver medal finish at the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket. His participation in international play presents both risks of potential injury and opportunities for maintaining peak physical condition ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
- •Sengun leads the Turkish roster for the FIBA qualifiers.
- •Turkey is currently first in Group C with a 4-0 record.
- •Qualifying games are set for July 2 and July 5, 2026.
- •Sengun's international play showcases his skills and fitness.
- •He was instrumental in Turkey's silver medal at EuroBasket 2025.
- 2:31 PMYahoo Sports — Rockets star Alperen Sengun headlines Turkey’s 2026 FIBA roster
"Rockets star Alperen Sengun will again represent his native Turkey during the FIBA World Cup European qualifiers, which resume in July.
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