The Trail Blazers closed the 2020-21 regular season with a 10-2 record in their final 12 contests. That run of successful results shouldn’t come as a surprise after you glance at Damian Lillard’s individual output during that stretch. After Sunday’s victory over the Nuggets, Lillard reflected on Portland’s turnaround and his championship goals for the future.
The Athletic’s Jason Quick highlighted Lillard’s long-time dream of securing a title during his time with the Blazers.
“Like, I can’t express my desire and how bad I want to win it,” Lillard said. “I want that more than anything.