The Portland Trail Blazers have not done much winning in recent years, but former Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday could be the guy to get an up-and-coming roster back in competitive shape. His championship experience, leadership on the floor, and sturdy defense will help ground a young team that, whatever its flaws, could be better than expected this season. If they do take that next step toward playoff contention, the decision to bring in Holiday will have something to do with it.
Having Holiday around benefits youthful Blazers in more ways than one
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