Yang Hanson's overall score is 90! Senior draft website update report: The template is surprisingly Wang Zhizhi?

On June 22, Beijing time, the senior draft website NBADraft updated Yang Hanson's draft report and provided his scores across various dimensions.

Yang Hanson's overall score is 90: Athleticism 6, Size 9, Defense 7, Strength 8, Speed 7, Leadership 7, Shooting 7, Preparedness 8, Rebounding 8, Potential 7, Low Post Skills 8, Intangible Assets 8. He is ranked 34 in simulated drafts and 33 in the big board rankings.

Interestingly, NBADraft's latest draft comparison for Yang Hanson is actually Wang Zhizhi. Previously, several draft websites compared him to players like Vucevic and Sabonis.

NBADraft outlines Yang Hanson's current strengths and weaknesses as follows —

Strengths

Combination of size and vision: He is tall with smooth movements and possesses excellent court vision. Given his size, calm demeanor, and passing ability, he is a uniquely appealing potential star.

Outstanding playmaking ability: Frequently initiates offense from the low post, adept at directing teammates, accurately finding cutting players or making long-range passes, and makes quick decisions under pressure, rarely forcing shots.

Passing and physical advantages: Even with a lower scoring output, he can create offensive value through passing and physical attributes. His strong frame allows him to draw fouls in contact situations while maintaining balance.

Diverse low post skills: His creativity in low post offense, combining floaters, hooks, spins, and shoulder fakes, makes it difficult for defenders to predict his moves.

Decent free throw shooting: He shows good touch near the free throw line, indicating potential for shooting improvement. As a large player, his mobility while dribbling facing the basket is surprisingly good, allowing him to maintain balance for spin drives or dish to open shooters.

Consistent rebounding ability: He excels in rebounding within the defensive area, using positioning and strength to secure boards, averaging over 10 rebounds in the past two seasons, showcasing reliable rebounding skills and aggressiveness.

Excellent defensive anticipation: Although his wingspan is not elite, he compensates with anticipation and timing in the paint, effectively blocking and contesting shots. His strong, stable hands allow him to catch the ball in traffic, control rebounds, and finish plays.

Weaknesses

Unproven against NBA-level competition: He has limited experience facing NBA-level athleticism, struggles to score from beyond 12 feet, and has not demonstrated the ability to create space, leading defenders to often allow him to shoot from the perimeter.

Shooting range is questionable: His perimeter shooting is a significant weakness, lacking consistency and confidence beyond the three-point line, with a stiff shooting motion that limits his potential as a spacing option. Over the past two seasons, he has a free throw percentage of 67%, indicating average touch and unclear shooting upside.

Defensive potential is uncertain: The draft focuses more on his offensive abilities, raising doubts about his ability to compete against professional players. His athleticism shows clear limitations, including slow foot speed, lack of explosiveness, and stiff hips, making it difficult for him to keep up with quick guards or wings.

Insufficient switchability: He may struggle in a strong switching defense system, making perimeter defense a potential liability. While his shot-blocking stats are impressive, his ability to switch defensively between inside and outside will be severely tested, possibly becoming a significant hurdle.

Limited contribution to second-chance opportunities: He has weak offensive rebounding skills and cannot create second-chance scoring opportunities. Overall, his physical attributes may limit his impact on both ends of the floor, raising questions about his long-term development potential.