Stay Healthy
This is a sore spot for most fans, as they were robbed of a potential dynasty in the last decade. Health is probably the biggest ingredient for a title contender, which means that the Trail Blazers must break from their tortured past.
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The first step will be keeping their backcourt healthy, and that has to start with reducing their regular season workload. The addition of Shabazz Napier is a step in the right direction, as finding a true reserve point guard is imperative for Lillard’s long-term health. The Trail Blazers will need their star guard at his best in the postseason, which means they have to find a way to rest him during the season.
Keeping their role players healthy is just as necessary. Festus Ezeli is already off to a somewhat rocky start, as his recent knee injection doesn’t paint a pretty picture. Having multiple options is key for title contenders, and that starts with keeping their players relatively healthy.
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