24.04.2025 14:31
In the second game of the NBA playoff series, Alperen Şengün's performance, which made a significant impact with a double-double in the match where the Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors 109-94, impressed NBA legends Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley.
The Houston Rockets, featuring national basketball player Alperen Şengün, faced off against the Golden State Warriors in the NBA playoffs. Houston won the game 109-94, leveling the series at 1-1.
NOBODY COULD STOP ALPEREN
In the first round of the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets emerged victorious with a score of 109-94, thanks to Alperen Şengün's double-double performance of 17 points, 16 rebounds, and 7 assists, tying the series at 1-1 against the Warriors.
O'NEAL: "TURKISH TERMINATOR"
After the game, NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal commented on Alperen, saying, "Look at how the Turkish Terminator is turning! He could be on the same level as my guy Dino Radja. He spins, spins, and finishes with his left hand... He dominates the paint."
BARKLEY: "HIS SPINS WERE AMAZING"
Meanwhile, another NBA legend, Charles Barkley, remarked about Alperen, "I have to admit, I didn't know Alperen was this athletic. He had a few dunks and spins that were magnificent!"
TURNED ON THE PLAYOFF MODE
Alperen Şengün achieved averages of 21.5 points, 12.5 rebounds, 4 assists, 2.5 steals, and 51.5% field goal percentage in his first two games.