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Blazers 103, Thunder 95 Re-Thoughts

Take a moment to appreciate and be proud. The Blazers gave you a special moment with this win, and they didn’t have to. They could have been like the Raptors or Celtics, teams that have routinely…Read More

Blazers 103, Grizzlies 93 Re-Thoughts

Before I write this, remember that the Blazers won this game. Now then, their first half was incredibly lifeless, the effort a far cry from what we’re accustomed to and the Blazers just looked every…Read More

LaMarcus Aldridge: Shooting Zones

“He can hit that.” “That’s his sweet spot.” “You can’t leave him open from there.” These are all general statements you generally hear repeated over and…Read More

Looking at Batum’s career night

There’s little you can say to make someone think that Saturday night’s win against the Minnesota Timberwolves was not Nic Batum’s best game as a Portland Trail Blazer. It may not have…Read More

Blazers, Celtics Pre-Thoughts

Lots of mystery and intrigue in this one, chock full of storylines. Either that, or it just feels that way since I’m so familiar with each team. Whichever it is, it’s one of the best games…Read More

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Blazers 108, Suns 101 Re-Thoughts

Is it a coincidence that the Blazers end their lengthy losing streak in Phoenix less than a week after…Read More

Blazers 97, Hornets 98 Re-Thoughts

…wait, what? Are you serious, basketball gods? You’re going to bestow all these wins on a…Read More

Blazers 95, Celtics 98 Re-Thoughts Special Edition

Of all the improbable wins this season, this one came close to being the unlikeliest of successes. And…Read More

RCP Blazers 2009-10 Season Preview

(Coup’s Note: Both SJ and I wrote our pieces separately, so when something gets repeated that would…Read More