The Portland Trail Blazers have never been regular recipients of end of year awards, and the sixth man of the year is no different. Cliff Robinson in 1993 marks the only time a Portland Trail Blazer brought home the award, and Ed Davis in 2016 was the last time a Blazer got significant votes.
But Gary Trent Jr’s stunning breakout season could mean a second award is closer than we think. GTJ’s play has become more and more prominent as the year has gone on, and he has averaged almost 13 points-per-game since he broke out with a 30-point game (career high) in January.