Blazers: 7 Reasons for the 2015-16 Season
The biggest catalysts for the Trail Blazers’ success
With one game left in the 2015-16 regular season, the Blazers just need to win one more game against the Nuggets to lock up the fifth seed in the Western Conference. For those keeping score at home, yes that’s the exact same finish as last year with a completely different team.
Again, let that sink in. No steps backward, no early summer plans and no giving up… Portland is back in the playoffs and have a legitimate chance to best last year’s success.
There are numerous reasons why Portland wasn’t supposed to be in this position. Only one returning starter, third youngest team in the NBA (could’ve been first, I’m looking at you Chris Kaman!), and one of the lowest overall salaries in the NBA are just a few of the reasons… er, excuses made by the media before the season began.
Now, with the playoffs in sight, it’s time to countdown seven reasons why Portland was able to put together one of the most memorable seasons in team history.
Next: Number Seven