The NBA's New World Wonders!

In this year's NBA draft, the Portland Trail Blazers chose a young talent from China with the 16th pick. The NBA's ties with China changed after the Daryl Morey controversy in 2020. This connection was once strong, thanks to Yao Ming and his fame with the Houston Rockets. Since Yao's era, the league has searched for its next NBA star. They hoped for Yi Jianlian, but he failed to achieve success and returned home. Now, with their recent pick of Yang Hansen, who looks like a stud. His play in the Summer League and preseason has been exceptional. Portland is looking to build a competing roster for years to come; Yang can be the vocal point of the future.

The comparison that Yang Hasen has received is Nikola Jokic, which is a huge compliment. A three-time MVP and a champion is incredible to think about and is a huge compliment for Yang. Hasen has shown to be a good passer who can find his players cutting to the basket or set up players from the three. He has shown his ability to be a good off-ball player who can hit his spot-up threes and drive to the basket. Also, his ability to play full court and bring the ball up and down the court is a huge positive. Yang can control the tempo of the game, which will be incredible to watch. With his offense being able to shine well, the major thing he needs to improve on is his defense. He fouled out against the Utah Jazz and admitted he had a bad game. Being only 20 years old, he has shown his ability to assimilate to the NBA with his passing and scoring.

A new star is coming out of China, with Yang Hansen looking like a star in the league. He has showcased his talent, which excites Portland fans. They want to build a young team in the league. If Portland stays healthy and Yang plays well in the regular season, they might be a solid team. The Trail Blazers are a team with a good mix of young and veteran players and could see themselves gunning for the 8th seed. Yang Hansen will be a key player with his all-around offensive skills. The NBA's new sensation from China aims to make a big impact on the team!

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