He was selected to the Best Five of the 2014 FIBA Europe Under-16 Championship and was also invited to play at the Jordan Brand Classic International Game.

[4] On 20 March 2015, Yurtseven made his EuroLeague debut, in a game against Emporio Armani Milano, scoring 2 points, in 1 minute and 4 seconds of playing time.

On 14 March 2017, Yurtseven would test out his stock for the 2017 NBA draft, leaving open the possibility that he would return to North Carolina State for his sophomore season.

[16] After going undrafted in the 2020 NBA draft, Yurtseven signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder on 8 December 2020.

[18] On January 28, 2021, Yurtseven was included in roster of the Oklahoma City Blue, the NBA G League affiliate of the Thunder.

[22] On 26 December, Yurtseven made his first career start, putting up 16 points and 15 rebounds in a 93–83 win over the Orlando Magic.

[23] On 15 November 2022, Yurtseven underwent surgery for an impingement, bone spur, and stress reaction in his left ankle.

[26] On 30 August 2024, Yurtseven signed a one-year deal with the reigning EuroLeague and Greek League champions Panathinaikos.