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Where does the Portland Trail Blazers’ backcourt rank in the NBA’s duos?

By Aneesh Namburi

PORTLAND, OR - MAY 20: Damian Lillard #0 and CJ McCollum #3 of the Portland Trail Blazers look on before the game against the Golden State Warriors in Game Four of the Western Conference Finals on May 20, 2019 at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images)
PORTLAND, OR - MAY 20: Damian Lillard #0 and CJ McCollum #3 of the Portland Trail Blazers look on before the game against the Golden State Warriors in Game Four of the Western Conference Finals on May 20, 2019 at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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How do the Portland Trail Blazers’ duo Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum rank compared to the rest of the NBA?

For essentially this entire decade, it seems that the NBA has been predicated on super teams. Teams such as the Heatles, to the Hampton’s Five Warriors, and LeBron’s second iteration of the Cavs have all gained fame for their construction leading to championships.

But for every successful super team, there has been one (or more) that have failed. Just look at teams such as the 2012-13 Lakers, and the 2013-14 Nets are just a few examples of why stacking teams with stars is not a sure thing.

The Portland Trail Blazers have long been known for having one of the NBA’s top duos, with a star studded backcourt of Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum. These two have consistently been in the discussion for the NBA’s best guard duo.

This offseason, we have seen the NBA transition into a seemingly more balanced and well-rounded league. The reason? Superteams, as of know, are gone, replaced by high profile duos and solid surrounding depth. With so many players changing teams and creation new tandems, it might be a good time to re-visit the best star power in the league.

With all of the movement that occurred in the past week, where do Dame and CJ stand in those duo rankings now?

Honorable Mentions

Dallas Mavericks: Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis

San Antonio Spurs: DeMar DeRozan and LaMarcus Aldridge

Boston Celtics: Kemba Walker and Jayson Tatum