Yang Hansen

Yang Hansen's career is in its infancy, but he has already achieved historic firsts. He is the third-highest drafted Chinese player in NBA history, behind only Yao Ming and Zhou Qi. His back-to-back CBA Defensive Player of the Year awards at age 19 and 20 are unprecedented for a center his age. He also led China to a silver medal at the FIBA U18 Asia Cup, showcasing his ability to perform on the international stage. As a rookie in the NBA, he is averaging solid numbers and earning the trust of his coaches, a rare feat for a young international player.