Alperen Sengun’s Passing SHINES As Turkiye Defense DOMINATES Poland | Giannis & Greece SHOWDOWN Next
Alperen Sengun’s Passing SHINES As Turkiye Defense DOMINATES Poland | Giannis & Greece SHOWDOWN Next
Turkiye suffocates Poland in Eurobasket quarterfinals. Is a deep tournament run on the horizon?
Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Turkiye’s impressive victory, highlighting Alperen Sengun’s historic triple-double and the team’s evolving strategy. The discussion covers Shane Larkin’s clutch performance, the impact of Coach Ergin Ataman’s defensive adjustments, and how Turkiye’s tactics are reshaping the Eurobasket landscape. Key topics include Turkiye’s upcoming semifinal clash against Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece, potential strategies to contain the Greek Freak, and Sengun’s rising status in international basketball.
Don’t miss this in-depth analysis of Turkiye’s path to Eurobasket glory and what it means for Alperen Sengun’s NBA future with the Houston Rockets.
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26 Comments
Well put Jackson keep it up man you are great 👍
Poland coach Miliçiç was once working in Türkiye and we know him from that time that he was not good at adjusting his plans if the opponent changed their lineup. He probably expected Ataman to play Kenan Sipahi in the start and therefore he was caught by surprise. Guys from the Socrates youtube channel were saying before the game that if Ataman starts with Şehmuz instead of Kenan Sipahi, he would be baffled. And that is what happened.
Not the behind the back pass but a second after that behind the back he just had another great pass to cedi Osman right away , showed everyone that he is blessed with 8 eyes not only two
I think Ataman is going to start with the usual lineup. He said today that whatever we did in Serbia game we are going to do in Greece game as well. It is almost impossible to contain Giannis. Our aim will be to stop the others from contributing as much as Giannis. I think due to the FIBA rules being different than the NBA, it is allowed to pack the paint and get Giannis fall in offensive foul trap as he is known to attack like bulldozer to the defense without thinking much. He will not find easy lines to maneuver like he does in the NBA.
amen would've dunked that ridiculous pass from alpi
When I look at you, you love Turkey… I hope you come to this wonderful country… the most beautiful country of the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas… Istanbul, the city where the birthplace of Christians is, the most beautiful city in the world with its historical palace. You will see it. Take the opportunity to eat the world's most delicious food and have fun. I'm sure you will never return to America again.
You cant play smart enough with Bona on the court so, he will not start with Bona but surely use him later in the game to increase toughness.
31:33 definitely
It was all in 25 minutes 🙂
Let Giannis score in his average, lock up others. Türkiye has more weapons than Greece for sure…Go 12 Giant Men!
Go Rockets!!!!!!
Hoşbulduk Jackson 🙂
Greece will be the big challenge for the Sengun since Jokic as great as he is, he wasn’t really playing up to his level and his team weren’t full force while Giannis is playing really good. If Alp can dominate Giannis it would really boost his status as next big up and coming euro player even if they don’t win the tournament
the handles vs that dbl team and the twisting dunk were just nasty work… he is a gym rat too did yall see them trunks he got for legs? his early injury could have the same effect Currrys early injuries had on his athleticism/performance/carreer.
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It'll be very difficult but we Will beat Greece
Hey Jackson Have you started to Turkish Lessons? As I remember yout told us if Turkey wins Gold Medal you would do all cast in Turkish? :))))
Best scene in my mind first match Latvian girl shocked by Alpi's Block..
That's the moment what the other teams supporters feel against Sengun..
That is invaluable..
Dude, your Turkish pronunciation is phenomenal at this point. Question… What surprised you the most while covering Eurobasket? I am really curious about what stands out to a person who professionally covers NBA every day for years.
Actually, you should give Reed to Coach Ergin this year when he's playing in the Final Four. He'll definitely send him back like Booker. Normally, I'd be mad at Reed, but I think NBA basketball is a bit strange. Eurobasket is perfect for players like Reed. Forget it, he'll definitely be the EuroLeague MVP. The G-League is a story. The difference between playing against Serbian players, I don't know, and playing against those who know the game from other countries is undeniable. EuroLeague rules are very difficult. The NBA is quite simple. If you're athletic and fit, you run and shoot. Even Yannis has become what he is because of the rules. Players who learn to play against the rules improve greatly. Adem Bona, for example, hasn't yet adapted to playing against those rules. If he played on a EuroLeague Final Four team for one season, he'd explode in the NBA. I think the same thing about Reed. The rules become his only rival. This will activate him.
Jackson, come to Istanbul for a food and culture tour after the Eurobasket final.
eyvallah jackson ty
Congrats shampoo
Love the fact that Sehmus finally gets the credits he deserves 🙂 That being said, althogh it‘s just a comment for the algorithm… 🙂
Keep Osmani at the starting 5, but increase Bona’s minutes and then throw in Yurtseven and Şanlı as well. Let Giannis and his brothers taste all of our crew of bigs and let them battle it out. Also play Osmani at the 3 spot together w/ double bigs.
Absolutely Alpi Sensation. He deserves to be called an NBA Superstar now.