The Portland Trail Blazers have different players, and different emphases, during the 2023-24 season than they have in years past. Not since 2006 have they experienced this kind of total reframing. Measuring progress in Year One of a rebuild is difficult. It’s always two steps forward, three-and-a-half back. But one Blazer’s Edge Reader has a question about structure and intent. Those issues take center stage in this edition of the Blazer’s Edge Mailbag.
Dave,
We’ve heard many players and [Head Coach Chauncey] Billups identify as a defensive team. That seems to be the focus and I’m not mad about it.