Blazers open training camp after a turbulent summer. Damian Lillard provides a steadying influence – WTOP News
Damian Lillard returns from an Achilles injury as Portland tries to integrate Ja Morant and resolve roles for four ball-dominant guards.
- On Tuesday, the Portland Trail Blazers officially open training camp with all-time leading scorer Damian Lillard returning after missing last season due to a torn Achilles tendon.
- General Manager Joe Cronin addressed roster concerns following the off-season acquisition of Ja Morant, stating the point guard-heavy lineup with Morant, Lillard, Jrue Holiday, and Scoot Henderson can function effectively.
- Head Coach Micah Nori emphasized maintaining the disruptive defensive identity that propelled the Blazers to a playoff berth last season, with third-year center Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams III providing paint stability.
- Lillard expressed optimism the franchise will remain in Portland despite contentious negotiations over a $600 million Moda Center renovation, for which the state approved $365 million in funding.
- Seeking a fresh start after a turbulent tenure in Memphis, Morant stated he is ready to adapt to his new role as the team prepares for the October 21 season opener.
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Blazers optimistic that roster balance will ‘work itself out’ as season looms
Players, first-time head coach Micah Nori and team officials spoke to media on Monday at the Moda Center, giving local press and fans a look at the various storylines that are weaving into the start of the season. The team’s first practice is Tuesday.
Blazers open training camp after a turbulent summer. Damian Lillard provides a steadying influence – WTOP News
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — After a summer that included cuts by the new owner, squabbles over the renovation of the team’s arena, the hiring of a new coach and the a
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Blazers open training camp after a turbulent summer. Damian Lillard provides a steadying influence
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — After a summer that included cuts by the new owner, squabbles over the renovation of the team’s arena, the hiring of a new coach and the addition of Ja Morant, the Portland Trail Blazers opened training camp with more than the usual turbulence in the background.
NBA - With the arrival of Ja Morant and the return injury of Damian Lillard, the Blazers now have four players able to carry the ball and play the lead. A first puzzle to solve for the new coach Micah Nori.
Damian Lillard Gets Real About Blazers Crowded Backcourt
The biggest question surrounding the new-look Blazers heading the NBA season is: how are they going fit the surplus of backcourt talent together? The team is completely flushed with guards – having Lillard and Ja Morant as starters and and their backups Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson. Lillard was asked how the team is going […]
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