Blazers fans didn't have a ton to do this summer, giving them more time to think about the overall state of their franchise. Last year was mostly rough, but a great finish salvaged some hope. What now?
Brian Freeman and Peter Sampson from Blazers Edge join us to discuss the following:Why fans are apprehensive about this year and the future despite having two core guards and plenty of stability.What happened last year before Jusuf Nurkic came aboard? Why were the same mix of players so much less effective?Lillard and McCollum. Dame and C.J. They're the stars of the team, and they like each other, and they're great people. They also have similar games and may not be fully maximized next to each other. Is this a pairing that's built for the long haul? Is there a ceiling for the duo? How do fans feel about having them as the two best players?Lillard is the leader, but where does C.J. rank in that pecking order?Why was Jusuf Nurkic so effective last year? Can it last?What's the level of trust in Terry Stotts and Neil Olshey right now? How badly did the franchise botch the summer of 2016?You've been gifted the magical powers to give one of Al-Farouq Amine, Maurice Harkless, and Evan Turner a consistent, proficient three-point shot on high volume. Who are you bestowing the gift on and why?We spend some time reminiscing about Brandon Roy because he deserves it.Some tough choices were made for the all-time banana boat -- but there was one easy one.Why did the Blazers pick Zach Collins and Caleb Swanigan when they already were overloaded with bigs?Predictions, best/worst case scenarios, and much more.PREVIOUSLY: Pacers
NEXT UP: Bucks
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