With the Portland Trail Blazers very much in the playoff mix, not many are looking ahead to the upcoming NBA Draft. Being focused on the playoff race ahead is a spot that any team wants to be in.
Portland is in the midst of what looks to be another season that will result in a playoff berth and have a chance to have home court in the first round for the second straight season. Despite a turbulent season, they are actually on an even better pace than last season.
With all that said, however, the team still has a ways to go to be a favorite in the loaded Western Conference.