Rebounds set a new personal record! Yang Hansheng achieved 8 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 blocks, leading the Trail Blazers to hand the Rockets their fourth consecutive defeat in the Summer League.

On July 18, 2025, the NBA Summer League continued, with the Trail Blazers facing off against the Rockets. Ultimately, the Trail Blazers defeated the Rockets 102-83. After this game, the Trail Blazers' Summer League record stands at 3 wins and 1 loss, while the Rockets are at 0 wins and 4 losses.

Statistics

Trail Blazers: Yang Hansheng recorded 8 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 blocks, with his rebounds marking a personal high for the Summer League season; James Bouknight scored 25 points, Caleb Love contributed 14 points, DJ Carton added 15 points, and Pedulla scored 13 points.

Rockets: Greet Osobor scored 16 points, Kennedy Chandler contributed 14 points, and Kevin Harris also added 14 points.

Background

In the first three games, Yang Hansheng averaged 11.7 points, 4 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 2 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 46.4% and a three-point percentage of 36.4%. In the previous game against the Pelicans, Yang faced last season's Rookie of the Year second team player, Misi, and this year's 13th overall pick, Quin. He shot 6 for 13, including 3 for 6 from beyond the arc, scoring 15 points, setting personal Summer League records for both points and three-pointers made. Currently, the Trail Blazers rank 4th in the Western Conference Summer League standings (10th overall) with a record of 2 wins and 1 loss, while the Rockets sit at the bottom of the Western Conference (28th overall) with a record of 0 wins and 3 losses, having lost three straight games, thus losing their chance to qualify for the championship match.

Game Recap

At the start of the game, Yang Hansheng assisted teammates to score, but he struggled to adapt to the Rockets' pace. After a series of turnovers, he was quickly substituted for adjustments, with the Trail Blazers trailing 2-12 against the Rockets. As the game progressed, the Trail Blazers gradually found their rhythm, and upon returning, Yang drew a foul under the basket and made both free throws, leading a 19-4 offensive surge that allowed the Trail Blazers to take a 21-16 lead at the end of the first quarter.

In the second quarter, Yang received the ball inside, turned, and scored with a hook shot, followed by a volleyball-style block, extending the Trail Blazers' lead to 8 points. The Rockets responded strongly, hitting three consecutive three-pointers to take a 35-32 lead. In a crucial moment, Yang stepped up, providing three consecutive assists for his teammates, while also being active in blocks and rebounds. At halftime, the Trail Blazers led the Rockets 46-40.

In the second half, the Trail Blazers increased their lead to as much as 13 points with two three-pointers. The Rockets quickly retaliated with a 13-3 run, narrowing the score to 53-56. With 4 minutes and 51 seconds left, Yang received a brilliant pass from Pedulla and easily scored, but then was fouled by the Rockets' 2.18-meter center, Brown, who completed a 2+1 play. After three quarters, the Trail Blazers led the Rockets 67-65.

In the final quarter, Carton and Bouknight combined to lead a 19-6 run, restoring the Trail Blazers' 15-point advantage. Osobor and Chandler's efforts could not disrupt the Trail Blazers' rhythm, as Bouknight hit three more three-pointers to maintain the team's lead. Upon re-entering the game, Yang not only scored and grabbed rebounds but also helped the Trail Blazers secure the victory.

Starting Lineups

Trail Blazers: Yang Hansheng, Sidy Sissoko, James Bouknight, Caleb Love, DJ Carton

Rockets: Greet Osobor, Cameron Matthews, Kennedy Chandler, Adonis Arms, Kevin Harris