The Portland Trail Blazers lost Wesley Matthews and Robin Lopez in free agency, but have added players that can replicate their impact in the long term.
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The Portland Trail Blazers signed guard Phil Pressey on July 24. He will have the opportunity to impress on a roster that is wide open.
The Trail Blazers acquired Moe Harkless from the Orlando Magic last week. He will be given the opportunity to get his career back on track.
Damian Lillard is ready to lead the Portland Trail Blazers into a new era of basketball, as the sole remaining starter from last season's lineup.
C.J. McCollum and Gerald Henderson to fill the void Wesley Matthews left at shooting guard for the Portland Trail Blazers.
Pat Connaughton of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish is ready to contribute to the Portland Trail Blazers as he begins his NBA career.