Highest plus-minus on the team! Yang Hansen records 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist as the Trail Blazers narrowly lose to the Wizards, suffering their third consecutive defeat.

On January 28th Beijing time, during the NBA regular season, the Trail Blazers were edged out 111-115 by the Wizards, enduring a three-game losing streak. Yang Hansen posted 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist, leading the team with a plus-minus of 11.

Game Summary

The Trail Blazers were the first to find their rhythm, opening with an 8-2 run. The Wizards quickly responded when Sall, Tre Johnson, and George hit consecutive three-pointers, turning the tide and taking a 5-point lead. Toward the end of the first quarter, Yang Hansen came off the bench as the team went on a scoring run to close the quarter with a 2-point advantage. Although Yang didn’t score, he made several quality defensive plays and grabbed a rebound. In the second quarter, Yang stayed on the court and soon scored on a hook shot after receiving a pass from Holiday. Afterwards, the Trail Blazers’ offense cooled off, allowing the Wizards to capitalize with a 16-0 run featuring inside drives and outside shooting, reversing the momentum. Near the quarter’s end, the Trail Blazers attempted a comeback, but the Wizards maintained their hot shooting and held firm. At halftime, the Wizards led 60-53. Yang played 7 minutes and 30 seconds in the first half, recording 2 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist.

After the break, both teams exchanged three-pointers early in the third quarter. When Sharp drove to the basket using a screen from Yang Hansen and scored on a layup, the Trail Blazers took a 1-point lead. Shortly after, Yang not only grabbed multiple rebounds but also scored 4 points through putbacks and free throws, helping the Trail Blazers extend their lead to 5. Toward the end of the quarter, the teams traded baskets. After three quarters, the Trail Blazers led narrowly 87-86. In the final quarter, the game remained tightly contested with alternating scoring runs. When George hit a three-pointer, the Wizards led 106-104. With 15.5 seconds remaining, the Trail Blazers were down by 2 but had possession. Sharp’s jump shot missed, and Middleton’s free throws sealed the win for the Wizards.

Starting Lineups

Trail Blazers: Avdija, Sharp, Kamara, Klingen, Holiday

Wizards: Sall, Middleton, George, Koulibaly, Tre Johnson