The Portland Trail Blazers have reached the unofficial midpoint of the NBA season, and following a four-game win streak ahead of the All-Star break, it has left us wondering what the direction of the team will be after the break. Our staff roundtable answers the question: will the Blazers tank or do something else with the time they have left this season?
L. Hostetler: While it’s been really fun to watch the Blazers win with this particular lineup — especially the breakout performances of Anfernee Simons — there is a lot at stake if the Blazers don’t embrace the tank.