SMU's 7'2" Sophomore Anchor Dominates Interior with Elite Efficiency
Samet Yigitoglu, the 7'2", 270-lb sophomore center from Istanbul, is SMU's undisputed interior force in the 2025-26 season, averaging 10.7 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists while shooting a career-high 62.8% from the field[1][8]. His differentiators aren't just stats: he started all 34 games with relentless intensity, ranking 8th in the ACC for rebounds and 9th for blocks (1.3 per game), proving he's a high-motor, low-maintenance anchor who never misses a beat[3][7]. With a calm, professional personality and no injury history, Yigitoglu is a perfect fit for any team needing a reliable, efficient rim protector who elevates teammates without demanding the spotlight[6][7].
