Yang Hansheng’s brilliant play sparks widespread discussion! NBA officially praises his smart gameplay; US media anticipate his future potential

On February 7th Beijing time, the Trail Blazers beat the Grizzlies 135-115. Yang Hansheng appeared on the court for 3 minutes and 30 seconds, making 1 of 2 shots, missing his single three-point attempt, and totaled 2 points and 1 rebound. Despite scoring only once, that particular shot ignited discussions on social media. The NBA’s official site lauded Yang’s smart approach, and US media are excited about his potential future growth.

Yang Hansheng made a clever between-the-legs pass to Wesley, who then drove forward and passed back to Yang, allowing him to score. The entire sequence flowed smoothly, thrilling the crowd. The NBA’s official account shared the clip, commenting: “In this offensive play, Yang Hansheng showed exceptional intelligence! A between-the-legs pass, a drive after the catch, and a finish at the rim!”

US media outlet Point Made Basketball commented: “I’ve said before that the Trail Blazers discovering so much value from Yang Hansheng this year is a pleasant surprise. Considering his still-developing skill set and the steep growth curve typical of young big men — especially when factoring in his style of play — he’s not only likely to earn a steady spot in the team’s rotation but also make a tangible impact. That alone excites Trail Blazers fans. But when you witness flashes of brilliance like this? You can’t help but imagine just how high his ceiling could be once he fully integrates all his skills.”

Fan AJ posted: “I will never give up hope on Yang Hansheng. I believe he has real potential. He definitely needs a lot of refinement and better coaching, but I sincerely hope he keeps improving.”

Fan Queens wrote: “Yang Hansheng continues to prove why he is one of the most intriguing and uniquely styled young big men right now.”

Of course, some fans have also offered criticism and hope for his growth. For example, fan Steven said: “Yang Hansheng needs to watch more game footage and learn how to disrupt opponents’ attacks without committing fouls. He’s far too quick to reach in and foul when opponents drive into the paint.”

During All-Star Weekend, Yang Hansheng will represent the G League in the NBA Rookie Challenge. Let’s look forward to his performance together.