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Yang Hansen Shines in China Win, Raises Questions About His Role With the Blazers

His efficient 15-point, nine-rebound showing highlights a growing, multi-skilled game that could prompt Portland to reassess his playing time next season.

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Apr 10, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen (16) participates in a drill during warm ups before the Trail Blazers play against the LA Clippers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Yang Hansen scored 15 points, grabbed nine rebounds and blocked two shots in under 20 minutes as China beat Qatar 83-57 on Thursday, shooting 7-of-11 and posting a team-best efficiency rating.
  • The performance continued a productive summer that included standout NBA Summer League outings where he showed scoring, passing and shot-blocking in short bursts.
  • Despite the recent form, Hansen averaged just 2.2 points and 1.5 rebounds in his rookie NBA season and remains behind Donovan Clingan, Robert Williams III and Micah Potter on Portland’s center depth chart.
  • China’s victory moved the national team to 4-3 in Group F of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers and gives Hansen another national-team showcase before China faces Lebanon.
  • What to watch next: whether coach Micah Nori awards Hansen more regular-season minutes, with his inside scoring, passer’s instincts and occasional 3-point attempts offering a potential stretch-five fit if those skills translate to the NBA.