Damian Lillard has been included in a list of 21 players in contention of the 2021-22 Most Value Players mantle, writes NBA.com’s Michael C. Wright.
The piece placed the Portland Trail Blazers’ star in the Fresh Faces and First Timers category, referring to his renewed emphasis on his focus on winning in the Pacific Northwest.
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers: Set the record straight Tuesday regarding a perceived desire to leave Portland, but most importantly, he stated two goals: “I want to be MVP,” Lillard said. “I want to win the championship.