China withdraws Yang Hansen from Asian Games for Trail Blazers focus

The Chinese Basketball Association has excluded Yang Hansen from its provisional roster for the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, allowing him to concentrate on his second season with the Portland Trail Blazers. The decision, which supports players' developments in the NBA and WNBA, means Yang will not face the additional commitment during training. The CBA emphasized its goal of enhancing overseas skills while preparing for future competitions, including the 2028 Olympics. Yang, who averaged 2.2 points and 1.5 rebounds in his rookie season, will now have uninterrupted time to focus on his role in Portland's lineup.

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