Han Dejun
Key Career Moment of Han Dejun
Han Dejun made history in 2018 when he led the Liaoning Flying Leopards to their first-ever CBA championship.
Han Dejun signed his first professional contract with Chinese Basketball Association side Liaoning Flying Leopards and was used sparingly in his debut season, averaging points per game and rebounds per game.
His dominant performance in the finals, where he averaged 19.8 points and 12.5 rebounds per game, cemented his status as one of China's top basketball players. Though he never played in the NBA, his impact in the CBA was undeniable, earning him multiple All-Star selections and respect as one of Asia's best big men.
Unique Skill of Han Dejun
Han Dejun's signature skill was his elite post-up game.
Standing at 7'0 with a massive frame, he used his strength and footwork to overpower defenders in the paint. His ability to finish with either hand and his soft touch around the rim made him nearly unstoppable in the low post, a rarity in modern basketball.
Han Dejun's Stats
- CBA Champion (2018) with Liaoning Flying Leopards
- 4-time CBA All-Star (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
- Career averages of 15.2 points and 9.4 rebounds per game
Han Dejun's Legacy in the NBA
Though Han Dejun never played in the NBA, his influence extended beyond the CBA.
He inspired a generation of Chinese big men with his physical yet skilled style of play.
A unique fact: He once scored 38 points in a single CBA game while shooting over 80% from the field. His career proved that dominance in the paint still mattered, even as basketball evolved toward perimeter play.
Dejun Han is a basketball player born on . His height is seven foot zero (2m15 / ). He is a center who most recently played for Liaoning Leopards in China - CBA. On .