Alperen Sengun, the 2021 Turkish league MVP, was a surprise pick by the Houston Rockets in the 2021 draft. The first reason it was a surprise was the Rockets didn't have the 16th pick going into the draft, and another reason it was a surprise was no one knew a lot about Sengun at the time.
From the moment Sengun arrived in Houston, he has been a fan favorite. From his first interview, he has endeared himself to Rockets fans. That didn't change when Summer League rolled around as Sengun showcased his high basketball IQ and an excellent feel for the game.