Los Angeles Clippers star Kauhileonard provided the words of wisdom to “Chinese Jokic.”
The 2024-25 NBA season marks Kawi Leonard’s 13th year in the league as the LA Clippers star continues to search for the third title of his career.
Leonard has struggled to get the championship to the Clippers, but when he’s fit he remains one of the best players in the league.
With that in mind, it’s no surprise that the young players are looking forward to Leonard’s wisdom. Portland Trail Blazers rookie Jan Hansen, aka “Chinese Jokic,” has recently experienced this.
Hansen, the 16th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, is expected to carve out a decent career in the league.
However, the 20-year-old’s 2025 NBA Summer League campaign was somewhat overwhelming as the 20-year-old didn’t leave a big impression on him.
Additionally, Hansen recently made an entry “rabbit-like fast” on the pace of NBA players.
“The pace is fast. They (the players) are really fast, like rabbits. They’re very fast,” Hansen said (h/t Swish culture).
Hearing this, Leonard immediately gave Hansen advice. This is likely to help newcomers adapt to the NBA.
“If you get some more games under the belt, it’s slower,” Leonard said.
Given that Kauhi has multiple admiration for his name, Hansen certainly should believe in the advice of growing in the Clippers Star league.
Advances the 2025-26 NBA season, the 34-year-old star made an unexpected announcement. Well, Leonard has announced his 2025 Asia Tour, where he is scheduled to travel the continent.
For the tour, Leonard urges Hansen to teach him how to talk about garbage in the Mandarin.
“How do you talk about (do) trash? That’s why you need in-person coaching,” the veteran forward said.
In addition to that, Kro announced plans to play basketball with Hansen when the tour begins. Is this a way to recruit “Chinese Jokic” from the Clippers? Only time can be seen.