'Our Spirit Just Wasn't Right': Trail Blazers Embarrassed by Jazz
Portland's second 40-point home loss of the season came against the worst team in the Western Conference.
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For One Quarter, an Anfernee Simons Explosion
Simons' 24-point third quarter and a late defensive push weren't enough as the Trail Blazers fell to the Mavericks.
MAILBAG: Who are the Trail Blazers Most Likely to Trade Before the Deadline?
Plus, what is the market for Anfernee Simons and Deandre Ayton?
MAILBAG: How Do the Trail Blazers View Anfernee Simons?
Plus, early returns on Donovan Clingan's rookie season and Dalano Banton's emergence.
MAILBAG: Will Deni Avdija Stay in a Bench Role?
Plus, should building around Shaedon Sharpe be the focus of the Trail Blazers' maneuvering for the rest of the season?
How the Rip City Remix is Becoming the Trail Blazers' Research-and-Development Lab
With assistant GM Sergi Oliva serving as head coach this season, the Blazers are using their G League team to build a handbook for developing talent.
Is Robert Williams III a Trade Chip or a Building Block for the Trail Blazers?
The finally-healthy Williams has been good enough to be legitimately seen as a part of Portland's long-term future.