Trail Blazers Assign Yang Hansen to Rip City Remix
The 21-year-old center joins the G League team ahead of their November 11 season opener.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Basketball
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Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen is moving to the team's G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix, following a three-game start to the 2026-27 NBA season. The 21-year-old saw 12 minutes of play in the season opener against the Phoenix Suns before being assigned to the developmental squad.
Why it matters
The move shifts Hansen back to the developmental level where he averaged 17.1 points and 9.2 rebounds over 14 games last season. Fans are now watching to see how his time with the Remix will refine his performance after he recorded five points and three rebounds in his lone NBA appearance this year.
Hansen recorded 5 points and 3 rebounds in 12 minutes of action during his lone NBA appearance this season. He previously appeared in 14 games for the Rip City Remix, averaging 17.1 points and 9.2 rebounds.
The players
Yang Hansen
The 21-year-old center who has been assigned to the Trail Blazers' G League affiliate.
Portland Trail Blazers
The professional basketball team based in Portland.
Rip City Remix
The G League affiliate team for the Portland Trail Blazers.
The details
The Trail Blazers announced the assignment on Thursday morning, three games into the regular season. Hansen will prepare for his transition as the Blazers continue their schedule, including a matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday. He will remain with the Remix as they head toward their official season opener against the Salt Lake City Stars on November 11.
Timeline
Thursday morning: The Trail Blazers announced the assignment.
Friday: The Portland Trail Blazers play the Memphis Grizzlies.
November 11: The Rip City Remix play their G League season opener against the Salt Lake City Stars.
Beyond the Bridges
This move continues the developmental pattern Hansen followed during the 2025-26 G League season. It signals that the franchise remains focused on his long-term integration into the active roster.
Fans can look for Hansen on the court when the Rip City Remix begin their season on November 11. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers return to action at the Moda Center for their game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.
The takeaway
Hansen returns to the G League to refine his output after a limited start to his NBA season. Keep an eye on his development during the Rip City Remix opener on November 11 for indicators of his future readiness.
Further reading
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