The postseason is here and Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard is featured on NBA’s marquee for the weeks ahead. Lillard, who helped guide Portland to a 42-30 record in the regular season, was featured in Sports Illustrated’s list of the most important players in the 2021 NBA Playoffs.
Sports Illustrated contributor Elizabeth Swinton placed Lillard at No. 3 on the list. Swinton explained the Lillard has the chance to push the Blazers past their recent postseason struggles with his offensive production.
The Blazers have had first-round playoff exits in four of their last six seasons, and now Damian Lillard has another chance to go the distance this year.