The Trail Blazers pulled off a successful 4-0 week just before the holidays, moving them back into postseason position. Regardless of the quality of those victories, Portland’s set of positive results moved them up the power rankings.
Here is a look at Monday’s power rankings.
ESPN placed the Blazers at No. 15 in the rankings, a move that is five spots higher than last week’s rankings. Royce Young credited Damian Lillard and a friendly schedule when discussing Portland’s spot in the rankings.
A 4-0 week has the Blazers right back in the playoff mix and feeling much better about themselves.