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The Portland Trail Blazers have had a quiet 2024 NBA free agency, making only a trade for Deni Avdija and drafting Donovan Clingan. With limited cap space and no major trade prospects, the team is focusing on creating flexibility and preparing for future opportunities, particularly the 2025 NBA Draft. Fans are frustrated, but the strategy is to wait for better chances to improve the roster.
Portland Trail Blazers Media Day begins with trades of Damian Lillard and Jrue Holiday, as General Manager Joe Cronin explains the moves. Head Coach Chauncey Billups discusses the new roster, while draftee Scoot Henderson experiences his first exposure to the NBA spotlight. Follow the event for highlights and analysis.
Portland Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin used the No. 3 pick to select point guard Scoot Henderson rather than trade it away for a proven star. The team's president of business operations is hopeful that impact deals could still materialize for the Blazers.
The Portland Trail Blazers won the third pick in the upcoming NBA draft, but the pressure is on GM Joe Cronin to make the right decision. Star player Damian Lillard has made it clear he wants the team to add veteran talent rather than build through the draft, but the third pick presents an enticing opportunity to draft a franchise-changer. Cronin is keeping his options open and may consider trading the pick, but the draft is seen as having a clearly defined top three players, and both potential consolation prizes come with issues. The Blazers have more paths available to them now, but they must pick the right one.