Is Kyle Anderson Chinese? Timberwolves' forward all set to represent China at 2023 FIBA World Cup

Kyle Anderson's possible participation with China's national team this summer has highlighted his Chinese ethnicity, bringing him newfound attention as a Minnesota Timberwolves forward.

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Kyle Anderson is set to become a Chinese citizen and represent the country in the FIBA World Cup, with plans to move after playoffs.

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Sources close to the Chinese Basketball Association reveal Kyle Anderson's eligibility to represent the country, as he meets criteria established by former NBA star and CBA President Yao Ming.

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Kyle Anderson's roots in China stem from his maternal grandmother, born to a Jamaican mother and Chinese father. His great-grandfather moved to the US, where Kyle was born in 1993.

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Kyle Anderson's naturalization process began last year, and though lengthy, he appears on track to represent China in the upcoming FIBA World Cup starting August 25th.

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According to Chinese media, CBA President Yao Ming made it "non-negotiable" for naturalized players to have Chinese blood relations and cultural identity.

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