The Portland Trail Blazers’ four-game winning streak was snapped by the Boston Celtics Sunday at home, but the 129-116 loss still produced a light-hearted moment at the postgame podium with Portland forward Toumani Camara.
Camara’s stout, physical defense this season has inspired NBA All-Defensive hype for the 6-foot-7 forward from Belgium in just his second pro season. The scrap, heart and hustle have also made Camara a fan favorite in Rip City, especially considering his underdog story as the No. 52 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.
With that signature defense and fan adoration, a plethora of nicknames have been tossed up trying to encapsulate Camara’s identity (I’ve seen a number of examples in our Blazer’s Edge comment sections this season, my favorite being “Star Killer.