The emergence of Shabazz Napier, Pat Connaughton- can they get Portland back on track? Is Nurkic the center version of Nicolas Batum and can Portland make a deal for Nikola Mirotic? - a podcast by SB Nation

 On this week’s episode of the Blazer’s Edge podcast Tara Bowen-Biggs and Dan Marang run down the Blazers recent run of play, discuss the emergence of Shabazz Napier and Pat Connaughton, Damian Lillard’s absence, Nikola Mirotic and DeAndre Jordan on the trade block, and why NBA players shouldn’t be friends on the court. That and more on this week’s Blazer’s Edge podcast!
Intro
Things to build on over the past week
Reviewing the past week
Can we count on players outside Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum
Evan Turner fitting in
Pat Connaughton and Maurice Harkless getting to the basket
Getting the most out the other guys
Nurkic fever making a return
Equal opportunity offense
The Blazer's defense is for real- that's fun
Why won't Nurkic dunk on everyone
Understanding how good Nurkic's footwork and why he's so frustrating
Lillard and teammates rise for the Stotts banner
Style points are back- why the Hawks game was more than just a regular win
Trade Deadline- Nikola Mirotic
What will Mirotic cost Portland
Should the Blazers entertain offers for Collins if it means getting out of Turner's contract
Trade Deadline- DeAndre Jordan
Would Jordan fit in Portland
What would Portland give up for him
Who's a better fit for Portland at center- DAJ or Nurkic
Assessing CJ McCollum's value in the league today
The Moda Center is alive
Why can't everyone be friends
Get off my lawn- I want villains, heels, and storylines not banana boats
Pettiness drives the best rivalries in the league not niceties
The Trail Blazers and tribute videos- who could they have one for
Will Barton deserves a tribute video
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