As a former NBA analytics assistant raised in Brooklyn, I’ve spent years decoding performance through numbers—not hype. Li Yueru’s 10-point, 15-rebound, 1-assist, 1-steal performance against Atlanta Dream wasn’t just a breakout—it was the quiet validation of systemic talent. This isn’t about star power. It’s about how data reveals what elite defense looks like when opportunity finally meets preparation. See why the world missed this.