The NBA offseason of 2023 is rapidly coming to a close and the 2023-24 regular season approaching. With most moves done, David Aldridge ranked all 30 NBA teams [subscription required] on their performances this summer. Or, well, he ranked 29 of 30. The Portland Trail Blazers received a well-justified “incomplete” grade from the basketball guru, pending the potential trade of All-Star guard Damian Lillard. An utter lack of other moves outside of the draft contributed to the impression of a franchise in waiting rather than one in motion, furthering Aldridge’s “let’s see” approach.