The Trail Blazers' ability to sign a star at such a discounted cost gives Portland an advantage no other NBA team currently possesses.
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Jonathan Kuminga would fit the Trail Blazers' timeline well if they could land him in a sign-and-trade with the Warriors.
Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin has made moves this offseason to fully lean into Portland's defensive-minded identity.
The Trail Blazers may have landed a true backup point guard in two-way player Caleb Love, who is turning out to be a steal.
Portland's first-round pick, Yang Hansen, performed well in his first summer league action with the Trail Blazers, largely thanks to his elite passing ability.