Yang Hansen went 8-for-11 to score 18 points, grab 10 rebounds, and dish out 4 assists! Key dunk and game-winning rebound, plus a miraculous three-pointer that unfortunately was called out of time.

On December 16th, the G League season opener went on with the Torn City Mixers beating the Stockton Kings 116-110. Chinese athlete Yang Hansen was in the starting lineup for 31 minutes and 26 seconds, recording 18 points, 10 boards, and 4 assists, shooting 8/11 overall, 1/1 from beyond the arc, and 1/1 from the charity stripe.

Two-way contract player Cook led the Mixers with a team-high 36 points. In this game, the Mixers had four players reach double-doubles: besides Yang Hansen, Jones posted 16 points and 10 assists, Luper grabbed 12 points and 14 rebounds, and Weems recorded 10 points and 10 rebounds.

In the first quarter, Yang Hansen attacked the paint right from the start, scoring with a footwork move and shortly after backing down his defender to score on a hook shot. Near the end of the quarter, Hansen showcased his playmaking skills by delivering a pinpoint pass from the high post to teammate Jones for an easy layup.

In the second quarter, Yang Hansen found an open look beyond the arc and confidently knocked down the three-pointer. Notably, just before this shot, the camera showed the Portland Trail Blazers’ interim coach Sprewell being interviewed courtside, who was also watching the game live. Minutes later, Hansen drove into the paint and scored with a smooth fadeaway jumper, maintaining his soft shooting touch!

At halftime, a reporter shared photos from the venue. Also watching courtside was the Trail Blazers’ starting center Klingen, who offered Yang Hansen some advice during the game.

In the third quarter, after missing an inside shot, Yang Hansen hustled to grab his own rebound and scored on the putback. Near the end of the quarter, Hansen received a pass despite tight defense from two opponents, and using his height advantage, he powered up a bank shot to score.

With only 0.5 seconds left in the quarter, a teammate passed the ball to Hansen, who immediately launched a miraculous banked three-pointer. Unfortunately, after a replay review, the referees ruled the shot came after the buzzer and was disallowed. Hansen responded with a relaxed smile.

In the final quarter, the score remained close. Yang Hansen took advantage of a mismatch, caught the ball, turned, and completed a three-point play. The most thrilling moment came with 1:06 remaining, tied at 106-106, when Hansen caught the ball and rose up for a powerful two-handed dunk that put his team ahead. In the closing moments, Hansen also secured a crucial defensive rebound, completing his double-double and helping the Mixers seal the victory.

Reviewing the game, Hansen didn’t receive many passes from teammates but still delivered an efficient performance thanks to his excellent shooting touch. Among the team, Hansen ranked fourth in shot attempts but had the highest shooting percentage among starters. He is increasingly adapting to the game’s pace, with a noticeable reduction in turnovers and fouls—only one foul and three turnovers in this game.