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Trail Blazers: Top Ten Moments of 2015-16

By Spencer Gordon

Apr 2, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) reacts after scoring a three point basket in the first quarter at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Cole Elsasser-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 2, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) reacts after scoring a three point basket in the first quarter at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Cole Elsasser-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 29, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) hugs guard CJ McCollum (3). Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 29, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) hugs guard CJ McCollum (3). Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports /

1) Postseason Victory

Portland had done a lot to get into the playoffs. From catching fire at the end of January or staying afloat long enough to clinch the fifth spot, Portland made their way into the playoffs by battling together as a team. Their hard work paid off, as they secured a matchup with the team they believed they could beat: The Los Angeles Clippers.

Before we get into the significance of the victory, there is no question that the injuries sustained to the Clippers were catastrophic. Paul going down with a broken hand, Blake Griffin re-aggravating his leg injury, and even Austin Rivers taking a shot to the face that makes your stomach turn, the Clippers limped out of Portland with many questions surrounding their future.

The Blazers however earned their victory. From shutting down DeAndre Jordan to Mason Plumlee becoming a playmaker, everyone who put in playing time for Portland gave 100% effort. It victory was a culmination of everything this young team worked for at the beginning of the season. Props to Aminu and Harkless as well, who both stepped up their offense in order to put Portland over the top. 

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Putting the victory into perspective, Portland was able to go further in the playoffs then they did last year and they even made it as far as Aldridge and the Spurs. Most of the preseason goals were achieved with this playoff victory, leaving no doubt that it was the best Blazer moment of the year.