Alperen Şengün Biography: Sport Team, Goals, Stats, Girlfriend, Height, Country, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents

Alperen Şengün is a Turkish professional basketball center born on July 25, 2002, in Giresun, Turkey.

Known for his high basketball IQ, passing skills, and dominant post play, he was named Turkish League MVP in 2021 before joining the NBA.

Drafted 16th overall in 2021, he was traded to the Houston Rockets, where he quickly became a standout player.

Profile

• Full Name: Alperen Şengün
• Stage Name: Alperen Şengün
• Born: July 25, 2002
• Age: 22 years old
• Birthplace: Giresun, Turkey
• Nationality: Turkish
• Occupation: Professional Basketball Player (Center)
• Height: 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m)
• Parent: Mr and Mrs Şengün
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

Alperen Şengün was born on July 25, 2002, in Giresun, Turkey. He trained in Turkish basketball youth academies—initially with his hometown club, then moving to Banvit BK’s system, where he won MVP honors at the 2019 FIBA U19 European Championship. His rise through Turkish leagues culminated in being named Turkish Super League MVP in 2021 before declaring for the NBA

Career

Alperen was selected 16th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder, who then traded his rights to the Houston Rockets. A versatile center known for his footwork, passing, and scoring, he quickly became a vital part of the Rockets’ rebuild.

In the 2023–24 season, he became one of only six players to average 20+ PPG, 9+ RPG, and 5+ APG. He also became the youngest center in NBA history to record 500 assists and, in January 2025, became the youngest Rockets player to reach 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 500 assists.

In October 2024, he signed a five-year, $185 million extension—the richest ever for a Turkish athlete. He earned his first NBA All-Star selection in 2025. Additionally, Šengün represents Turkey in international competitions, participating in FIBA U16 and U18 Euro Championships.

Awards and Nominations

• Turkish Super League MVP (2021)
• NBA All-Star (2025)
• Multiple NBA Player of the Week honors (2024)

Social Media

• Instagram: @alperen.sengun
• Twitter: @AlperenNSengun

Personal Life

Turkish professional basketball center Alperen Şengün, born on July 25, 2002, in Giresun, is currently unmarried and has no public information about his previous or current romantic relationships. Regarding his height, Alperen Şengün stands at 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m)

Net Worth

Alperen Şengün’s estimated net worth is around $10 million, primarily from his NBA salary and rookie extension. He earned over $10 million in salary in his first three NBA seasons. His current five-year extension is valued at roughly $185 million, further solidifying his financial standing.