For the first time in over 15 years, the Portland Trail Blazers are making way for what appears to be a full-youth rebuild.
It sounds odd to say — has it really been that long? — But I’d argue it rings true. Over the past 15 years to 20 years, the team underwent multiple revamps. There were valleys mixed in with peaks. The Blazers never tore the roster down practically to the studs and gave full rein to the youngsters as it appears will happen if Damian Lillard is traded in the coming months.