The Portland Trail Blazers remain committed to a playoff pursuit despite their recent struggles. They’ve been in the lottery for two consecutive seasons and refuse to fully tear it down. The team reportedly plans to continue to maximize the roster around Damian Lillard and now has a major trade chip in the third overall selection.
Is there a return out there worthy of trading that pick in such a top-heavy draft? And if they do, do they have enough flexibility to re-sign Jerami Grant and fill out the rest of the roster? There are still questions about the overall talent and the team’s viability to get back to contention next season. A third year out of the playoffs could be the final straw that pushes the organization to a rebuild.
Here is a preview of the 2023 offseason for the Portland Trail Blazers.