As the Houston Rockets attempt to mount a run at a championship this season, franchise center Alperen Sengun will need to step up, both offensively and defensively, in ways he never has before in his career.
Yet, despite the flashy scoring and apparent perimeter shot that he's added to his game this offseason, his most important, and unnoticed, improvement this preseason has come at the free-throw line.
Through his three preseason appearances, Sengun shot a perfect 12-of-12 from the free-throw line, and his continued ability to keep those numbers north of 80% will be massive for his ability to elevate the team into title contention this year.