Yang Hansen is going to fit into American culture just fine. The Trail Blazers' 7-foot-1 Chinese center was introduced to Portland on Friday, and was asked about his interests. Turns out,

But that's exactly what happened when the Trail Blazers traded down and drafted him.We'll leave it to NBA experts to debate how much of a reach it was, but the new Rip City rookie could fast become a fan favorite with his charming demeanor.

Surprising picks and stunning trades are through lines each year at the NBA Draft and part of what makes the event such a fascinating spectacle. But the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday during the first round of the draft made a selection so unexpected and so astonishing -- drafting Chinese center Yang Hansen at No.