NBA DRAFT

July 29, 2021

Alperen Sengun

THE MODERATOR: Please start out with an opening statement about what you'll bring to your new team.

ALPEREN SENGUN: I am so excited. As a country we are Turkish people, Turkey, we are all excited. I will bring everything as motivation, as hardworking to my new team. I will do whatever it takes and whatever I have to do for my new team.

Q. From a fit standpoint, how do you see yourself fitting in the lineup in Houston that has Christian Wood, all guys that are skilled that can do different things on the floor? In Turkey, you were one of the most exciting players last season. How do you see yourself adjusting to the NBA?

ALPEREN SENGUN: We were a very good team in Turkey. I was good with the team. And with my new team, Houston, I will bring something different on the court. I will do whatever it takes and whatever is needed. I'm very excited to join my new team.

Q. Can you describe your passing skills at 6-10 when you're double-teamed inside the paint?

ALPEREN SENGUN: My passing abilities, skills before me shooting the ball, I think I will get through this and I think I will be okay and will be better on doing that.

Q. You were drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder but you'll be going to Houston. Do you see yourself having a dynamic with Wood down low as a presence? And what international flavor can you bring the city of Houston?

ALPEREN SENGUN: As an international player, I would like to prove the European basketball style in Houston, in the team, as the other international players have been proving. And as a dynamic, I will be a very good fit in my new team because I'm a good fit and I can get (along) well with everything and everyone.

Q. Have you been able to speak with Houston? I know they just traded for you, but have you been able to have any conversations with them, and how soon do you expect to be in Houston?

ALPEREN SENGUN: My American agent, Excel, has been communicating with them. I have not been there for a workout, but my agent has been in communication with them.