Alperen Şengün, center for the Houston Rockets, addressed the viral clip of himself not standing up for LeBron James, stating it was a complete misunderstanding. Fans had reacted to his gesture as LeBron walked by before Game 1, interpreting it as a sign of respect.
Şengün explained that he was simply caught off guard and did not intend to disrespect the Lakers star. The incident sparked a mix of reactions among fans, with some labeling it a humble gesture while others expressed disappointment.