Alperen Sengun Says He Deleted X, Denies Rift With Kevin Durant

Overview

• Sengun confirmed in a July 28, 2026 interview with Turkey’s Socrates Dergi that he deactivated his X account because anonymous, hostile messages became mentally draining.
• He directly denied reports of tension with Kevin Durant, saying he has never argued with Durant and that they routinely talk about games and mistakes.
• Sengun defended his relationship with coach Ime Udoka, explaining that a frustrated postgame remark was taken out of context and did not upset him because they are close.
• The comments aim to correct social-media narratives that intensified after the Rockets’ 2025–26 season ended with a No. 5 Western seed and a first-round loss to the Lakers.
• The episode highlights how fan expectations and platform anonymity can pressure players’ mental health and prompt athletes to step away from social media to protect their well‑being.