'It's Not Bad to Have Pressure': Yang Hansen Opens Up About Rookie Struggles, Goals for the Future
In his first-ever extensive interview in English, Yang reflected on a whirlwind rookie season and the pressure of representing China in the NBA.
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Portland WNBA Team Breaks Ground on New Practice Facility
The new building in Hillsboro will open before the WNBA team's inaugural season in 2026 and also house the NWSL's Portland Thorns.
Bhathal Family Unveils Joint Practice Facility for Thorns and WNBA Team
The new campus in Hillsboro will serve as headquarters for both of the family's Portland women's professional sports teams.
WNBA Expansion: Thoughts on the Golden State Valkyries' Draft
With one expansion draft in the books, a look at what it could tell us about Portland's team starting in 2026.
Rayan Rupert Talks Sister Iliana Being Drafted by Golden State Valkyries
The WNBA's newest expansion team took Rupert's sister, who played for the French national team in this summer's Paris Olympics.
WNBA Mini-Mailbag: Next Steps for Portland's New Expansion Team
Discussing when the Bhathals will hire staff and how the new team's roster will be put together ahead of their 2026 debut.
Portland's Delayed WNBA Expansion Was a Blessing in Disguise
It took a year too long, but Portland found the right ownership group for its new basketball team.
Sources: Bhathal Family Lands Portland WNBA Expansion Team
The family, which owns the NWSL's Portland Thorns, will announce on Sept. 18 that women's professional basketball is returning to Portland in 2026.
Cathy Engelbert: WNBA Expansion News Expected 'In the Coming Months'
Despite the effort falling through last year, Portland continues to be one of the cities vying for an expansion team.
WNBA-to-Portland Efforts Still Alive, But Obstacles Remain
After a planned expansion team fell through last year, there is interest from two prospective ownership groups in bringing women's professional basketball back to Portland.
WNBA's Plans for Portland Expansion Team Fall Through
Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has deferred Portland's bid over arena renovation concerns.
Where Does Portland Stand With the WNBA After Bay Area Announcement?
The WNBA is bringing its 13th team to San Francisco in 2025. There are strong indications that Portland is next.