Portland Trail Blazers Receive: C Mitchell Robinson
New York Knicks Receive: G/F Josh Hart, G/F Justise Winslow
Of course, no team is more familiar with being against all odds and trying anyway, than the Portland Trail Blazers.
In fact, that’s been their MO for years. Throughout the Damian Lillard era, the Blazers have rarely been projected as serious title contenders. Yet, they always put the most competitive product on the floor that they can.
Some fans don’t like it. Alternatively, some fans wouldn’t like it if they tanked. You can’t please everyone.
Still, if the Blazers did decide to trade Lillard and usher in a new era, it would be hard to blame them. This organization hasn’t been in a serious position to win the NBA title since the 90s.
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At the same time, there is something noble about their insistence on trying to win with Lillard – and Lillard’s insistence on trying to win with them.
Does this deal get them closer to winning?