Yang Hansen was praised! Beverly: The biggest gap in this draft

On July 31, NBA veteran Patrick Beverly praised the Portland Trail Blazers' new center and Chinese player Yang Hansen in his live broadcast, and even gave a noticeable point: Yang Hansen may be the "biggest bargain" at this draft.

Beverly showed a strong interest in this young insider from China: "I really like watching him play," Beverly said bluntly, "His movement ability is very good, and his left and right hands can complete indiscriminate hook shots, which is very powerful." When describing Yang Hansen's footsteps, Beverly used a vivid metaphor: "His footsteps are as light as ballet dancers!"

When the host mentioned that Yang Hansen's English communication still had challenges, Beverly seemed to be careless: "This is not a problem at all! He doesn't need to say too much," Beverly waved his hand and said with a firm tone, "Give him the ball, just look at him to depress it!" These remarks highlighted Beverly's absolute trust in Yang Hansen's finishing ability.

Of course, Beverly also pointed out the growth space of the new star: "Enhanced defense is something that everyone knows that he needs to strengthen." After a change of topic, Beverly gave a very important evaluation: "But because of this, he is likely to become the biggest bargain in this draft!" The word "bargain" is undoubtedly a high affirmation of the value of the Trail Blazers using the 16th pick in the first round to select Yang Hansen.

As a lottery rookie in this year's draft (the 16th pick in the first round), Yang Hansen was wearing the Trail Blazers' No. 16 jersey in the just-concluded NBA Summer League. In his four games, he averaged 24.5 minutes per game, and was able to hand in a comprehensive data single with 10.8 points, 5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.3 blocks. His shooting percentage was close to 50% (45.7%), his three-point shooting percentage was 33.3%, and his free throw line was stable (83%). This report card confirms the plasticity of its offense and defense at both ends and what Beverly calls "limiting the bargain" potential.

The new season is approaching. Can this Chinese star, who was praised by the league's strongman, fulfill his talent in the City of Roses and turn the prediction of "picking up bargains" into reality? Yang Hansen's journey to the Blazers has undoubtedly added new highlights to the return of Chinese faces in the NBA.