A 22-point comeback against the defending champions! Yang Hanson's been DNP for three straight games! But coach, it's time for a promotion!

The defending champion Thunder's undefeated run this season has come to an end.

In the recently finished match, the Trail Blazers overcame a maximum 22-point deficit to pull off the most exhilarating comeback of the NBA season to date.

This snapped the Thunder’s eight-game winning streak.

Statistically: Avdija scored 26 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, dished out 9 assists, and had 2 steals; Holiday contributed 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists; Grant posted 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists; Sharpe added 18 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, and 3 steals; Kamara had 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists; Reece scored 12 points and provided 2 assists.

Alexander put up 35 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists; Wiggins scored 27 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 3 steals; Mitchell had 21 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists; Joe contributed 14 points and 2 assists; Halentstein recorded 10 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals.

This year’s 16th pick, Chinese player Yang Hanson, still hasn’t gotten any playing time and has been DNP for three consecutive games.

This situation could very well become the norm for him moving forward.

In today’s game, Yang’s positional rival and former Qingdao CBA teammate, Reece, showcased his shooting skills.

He played 20 minutes and 13 seconds, hitting 4 of 5 three-pointers, scoring 12 points with 2 assists, and had a plus-minus of +21, becoming a key factor in the team’s comeback victory.

Reece’s shooting ability is something Yang Hanson currently lacks.

Most likely, he will continue to develop in the G League before returning to the Trail Blazers to wait for his chance.

This is the path a rookie player should take to improve.

Both the media and fans need to show more patience toward this 20-year-old player.

From the Trail Blazers’ perspective, they need to focus on results this season. Their performance so far has been quite impressive.

After the Billups incident, Sprewell will take over as interim head coach.

Today’s win over the Thunder adds significant weight to his case for a permanent position...