Leading in plus-minus! Yang Hansen scores 21 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, and 3 blocks, filling the stat sheet as the Mix defeats Valley Suns

On March 7 Beijing time, in an NBA Development League game, the Mix faced the Valley Suns. Yang Hansen started the game and recorded 21 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, and 3 blocks. He achieved the highest plus-minus of +18 in the game and was one of the Mix's best performers. The Mix maintained a lead throughout the game, and after four intense quarters, they ultimately defeated the Valley Suns 132-122.

Statistics:

Valley Suns: McDermott 16 points, Brea 22 points, Johnson 10 points, Shackelford 34 points, Nembhard 17 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists

Mix: Yang Hansen 21 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, 3 blocks; Kent 15 points, 10 rebounds; Cook 23 points; Love 26 points; Martin 13 points; Robbins 18 points, 7 rebounds

Game Process:

The first quarter began with Yang Hansen making his starting appearance. He performed brilliantly early on, scoring 6 points on 3-of-3 shooting and defensively disrupting multiple opponent shots while delivering a fierce block. The Mix held a large lead, but around the 6-minute mark he was substituted out. The Valley Suns then launched offensive surges, quickly narrowing the gap to 4 points. Yang Hansen returned to the court for the Mix and immediately scored on a layup to stabilize the situation, followed by a three-pointer helping the team extend the lead. In the first quarter, Yang Hansen recorded 11 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists. The Mix led the Valley Suns 35-27 by 8 points.

In the second quarter, Yang Hansen remained on the court. He scored consecutively inside, maintaining a 100% shooting rate, while also delivering several open passes, though teammates unfortunately missed shots. The Mix gradually built a 14-point lead, and Yang Hansen also took a rest. Later in the quarter, the Mix expanded the lead to 20 points. The Valley Suns finally rallied with a 7-0 run, and Yang Hansen returned to the game. After returning, he assisted Love on a layup, but the Valley Suns' offensive momentum continued to shrink the gap. At halftime, Yang Hansen had recorded 13 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block, filling the stat sheet. The Mix led the Valley Suns 64-56 by 8 points.

The third quarter started with the Mix playing chaotically and without structure. The Valley Suns seized the opportunity to continuously chase points, narrowing the gap to 4 points at one point. Although Yang Hansen did not record assists or points afterward, he initiated an offensive play and set up a screen to help teammates score consecutively, allowing the Mix to rebuild an 8-point advantage. Mid-quarter, Yang Hansen again rested, and the Valley Suns again exploited the opportunity to shrink the gap to 2 points. Late in the quarter, Yang Hansen returned and contributed rebounds and steals, helping the Mix widen the lead. By the end of the third quarter, the Mix led the Valley Suns 96-89 by 7 points.

In the final quarter showdown, Yang Hansen remained on the court. Despite the Valley Suns' fierce scoring pursuit, Yang Hansen scored points consecutively, and the two teams battled closely. Later, Yang Hansen rested, but each time he left the court, the Valley Suns managed scoring surges, gradually reducing the gap to 3 points. In the last 5 minutes of the quarter, Yang Hansen entered the game. Upon returning, he immediately grabbed 2 rebounds and then scored on a hook shot, allowing the Mix to rebuild a 9-point advantage. With Love completing a 2+1 play and Yang Hansen scoring on a dunk, the game essentially lost suspense. Ultimately, the Mix defeated the Valley Suns 132-122.

Starting Lineups:

Valley Suns: McDermott, Brea, Johnson, Shackelford, Nembhard

Mix: Yang Hansen, Love, Kent, Karl, Cook