The Portland Trail Blazers have the third pick in the upcoming NBA draft. This is about to get interesting.
They’re widely expected to shop it. The Blazers seem intent on building a contender around Damian Lillard. No rookie is likely to aid them in that cause.
They’ll have a lot of suitors. This pick could end up being Scoot Henderson if the Hornets’ interest in Brandon Miller is real. Otherwise, it’s still an opportunity to draft a player with star potential.
With that said, it’s not the only asset the Blazers have. This team has young players, and most of its draft capital moving forward.
The Blazers could make a big deal that doesn’t even involve the third overall pick.
For example, here’s one that has them landing Andrew Wiggins of the Golden State Warriors.