The Portland Trail Blazers fortunes took an interesting turn in the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery when they landed the third overall pick, despite having the fifth-best odds. This unexpected outcome has significant implications for the team’s offseason plans, requiring the front office to reassess its strategy in three key areas.
Let’s explore how this fortunate twist has reshaped the Trail Blazers’ approach.
Blazers have a heightened need to re-sign Jerami Grant
The Blazers narrowly missed out on the opportunity to select Victor Wembanyama, a generational prospect widely regarded as a lock for the first overall pick.