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Trail Blazers Rookie Aims to Duel Jokic!

7/25/2025

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Portland Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen, the 16th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, is setting his sights on greatness, hoping to follow in the footsteps of Nikola Jokic. After impressing in the Summer League, Hansen eagerly sought Jokic's autograph, to which the star playfully replied he’d oblige only if Hansen struggles against him. Fans are buzzing with excitement for their upcoming showdown!

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Portland Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen, the 16th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, is setting his sights on greatness, hoping to follow in the footsteps of Nikola Jokic. After impressing in the Summer League, Hansen eagerly sought Jokic's autograph, to which the star playfully replied he’d oblige only if Hansen struggles against him. Fans are buzzing with excitement for their upcoming showdown!