The NBA Draft just got more exciting! In a move full of promise and historic vibes, the Portland Trail Blazers selected 7-foot-1 center Yang Hansen with the 16th overall pick. Notably, Yang becomes only the third Chinese player drafted in the first round, following in the footsteps of legends Yao Ming (2002) and Yi Jianlian (2007) 🏀.
Yang embarked on a whirlwind audition tour, impressing 14 NBA franchises—from the Phoenix Suns to the Los Angeles Clippers—with his standout athleticism and sharp court vision. His ability to shoot, pass, and drive the lane caught the eyes of scouts, leading to a decisive move by the Trail Blazers, while the Memphis Grizzlies swapped positions to secure the rights to 11th pick Cedric Coward.
This historic draft pick signals a bright future for international talent in the NBA. Young fans and early professionals are buzzing in excitement to see what Yang Hansen brings to the court next. Game on! 🔥
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Yang Hansen goes to the Portland with 16th pick in the NBA Draft
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