The Trail Blazers Continue Following Coach Billups’ Vision

Most Blazers fans would know that their team is promising on defense. Camara, Clingan, and Deni Avdija are the three best defensive players. With Jrue Holiday, they have a player known as one of the generation’s best ball-stoppers.

Now that these former players-turned-coaches have joined Coach Billups’ staff, improved results should be the return. The Blazers will have more coaches pushing the players, so young players like Scoot Henderson and Shaedon Sharpe should grow.

Concerns About The Blazers’ Firepower On Offense

While the Blazers have a promising lineup filled with elite defenders, their offense is a bit shaky. Losing Simons is significant, as he was a fantastic offensive player, especially with his jump shot. Portland’s primary players on offense now are Sharpe, Henderson, and Avdija. All three have high ceilings, but they have not reached Simons’ level yet.

However, this should be the opportunity for the young players to shine. People are rightfully concerned about the lack of three-point shooting, but this allows the players to grow. With Coach Billups and his staff, they will have mentors to guide them. It will be a productive two-way relationship for everyone, as they want to win more games.

Portland won 36 games in the 2024-25 campaign, which was a 15-game improvement from the 2023-24 season. Even if the team lost Simons and Ayton, the team looks more comfortable with a refreshed roster. They are mostly young, apart from Holiday, so the squad should be raring to go for the regular season.

Billups trusts that Henderson is developing and that Sharpe is working hard. They are the focal points for this team, as the rest of the roster develops. The Blazers made the pivot to youth, but they are also expecting better results. Now that they have an upgraded coaching staff, the transition should be easier for everyone.