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Foreign media evaluates 6 rookies worthy of attention: Yang Hansen is on the list. The Blazers are betting on his high ceiling.

7:32pm, 17 October 2025【Basketball】

On October 17, the foreign media "Aspen" named the six rookies worthy of attention in the new season, and Chinese player Yang Hansen was among them. The following is their brief comments and prospects for these 6 rookies -

Cooper Flagg (18 years old, No. 1 pick, Mavericks)

Flagg is regarded as a potential All-Star player in the future, and is even expected to be among the top ranks of the league. He combines maturity, professional attitude and the ability to drive teammates. The outside world believes that he is an all-round player who can score, defend, and change the direction of the game. The previous operation of the Mavericks in trading Doncic puzzled many people, but after unexpectedly obtaining the coveted No. 1 pick, they selected Flagg and ushered in a new starting point.

Dylan Harper (19 years old, second overall pick, Spurs)

The Spurs are in the rebuilding stage with an eye on the future. The strength Harper showed in the preseason shows that he can not only be a supporter next to Vunbanyama, but even play a more important role. With his outstanding height, basketball IQ and versatility, he is expected to form a very lethal pick-and-roll combination with the Spurs' star center. Although there are questions about his fit with the existing lineup, his talent has proven that he is an ideal addition to the team.

VJ-Edgecomb (20 years old, No. 3 overall pick, 76ers)

The 76ers intended to achieve good results last season, but were hampered by injuries and team chemistry issues. Now that Edgecombe has joined, he joins a team led by Embiid and George and with many rising young players. He needs to find his place in the team, but his abilities are enough to make him one to watch. If the team suffers injuries to key players, Edgecombe may even become one of the team's core contributors this season.

Ace Bailey (19 years old, No. 5 pick, Jazz)

After experiencing a series of turmoil during the draft process, Bailey changed agents and devoted himself to the Jazz. His performance in the preseason proved that he has star-level potential. He not only has the ability to score, but also has comprehensive skills and physical fitness suitable for the NBA. He is expected to have a significant impact on the team in his rookie season.

Yang Hansen (20 years old, No. 16 pick, Trail Blazers)

Hansen is the first Chinese player selected in the first round since 2007. Due to his excellent passing ability, he was dubbed "Chinese Jokic". Although he may face the challenge of adapting to the rhythm of the NBA, his golf IQ, touch and skills indicate that he has the ability to establish himself in the league. The Trail Blazers took a calculated risk by drafting him in the middle of the first round, betting on his high ceiling.

Hugo Gonzalez (19 years old, No. 28 pick, Celtics)

When Gonzalez joined, it coincided with the Celtics being in a transition period of lineup reshaping. His current strengths lie in game intensity, defensive attitude and enthusiasm. If he wants to become a stable rotation player, he also needs to improve his three-point shooting percentage and enhance stability in half-court offense and defense. Once he does that, he's expected to stand out among the Celtics' legacy.

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