It might seem like a tired topic at this point. The rumors of a Damian Lillard trade request have not just been a constant this offseason, they’ve been swirling for years. Many NBA fans, and even analysts, are seemingly weary of the conversation.
The reality is that players as good as Lillard don’t come available very often, and the very NBA bends toward these crucial moments in which teams could change the fate of their entire franchises. Lillard had one of the 10 best seasons in the league last year, and his combination of shooting, scoring and playmaking can fit onto virtually any team in the league.