Why The Portland Trail Blazers Do The Deal 

Some will suggest that this is unwise for the Blazers. They’ve got the makings of a good rebuild here – why not trade Lillard and accept their fate? 

Sure. Let’s forget what we think the Blazers should or shouldn’t do. Instead, let’s try to predict what they’ll do this summer. 

The safe money is on them trying to assemble a contender around Lillard. This small market team refuses to rebuild, and they may have good reason to. Expect Portland to forge ahead as always. 

In that event, they couldn’t do better than George. We already outlined why he’s the perfect teammate for Lillard.

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George will space the floor for him, create shots for himself when it’s his turn, and cover for the small guard on defense. He’s the ideal co-star for Lillard. 

Should the Clippers hand him to the Blazers?