Yang Hansen: The Chinese Center Shaking the NBA – A Deep Dive into the 16th Pick Surprise
Explore Yang Hansen’s rise from Qingdao to the NBA—analyzing his draft stock, skill set, potential impact on the Trail Blazers, and future in the U.S. pro game. Introduction In June 2025, the Portland Trail Blazers stunned basketball fans by selecting 7’1″ Chinese center Yang Hansen with the 16th overall pick—a choice few projected. Dubbed a player … Read more