On April 1st, during the NBA regular season, the Portland Trail Blazers faced off against the Los Angeles Clippers on the road. Prior to the game, Coach Spliter discussed Yang Hanzhen during an interview.

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Reporter: Coach, you've spoken extensively about Hanzhen's development. As the regular season comes to a close, are there specific areas you would like him to focus on and improve during the off-season?

Spliter: "I prefer to keep those details between Hanzhen and me. There are many areas for him to grow. To be honest, he has made significant progress. His physique has changed, and his mobility is much improved from when he first arrived. He now understands our instructions without the need for a translator, as he has become proficient in English. This is a positive development. Moreover, his integration with the team is going well; he has a great personality and is well-liked by everyone, which is excellent for his integration into the team."

"However, he is still adapting to the pace of the game and learning how to defend effectively as a player standing 7 feet 2 or 7 feet 3. Therefore, he has many small details to learn. I've told him that this is a process, and I've been emphasizing this since the beginning of the season. This summer will be crucial, as he has gained a better understanding of the league. With a full summer ahead, he can dedicate himself to becoming stronger, refining his skills, and addressing all areas of improvement. I believe it's not just one thing but many aspects he needs to work on. This is part of the development phase for young players, isn't it?"