The Portland Trail Blazers have completed their 2023 Summer League schedule. Their 3-2 record didn’t distinguish them from the field, especially not compared to their Summer League Championship showing from last year. But the annual tournament isn’t about accolades as much as discernment. In Vegas, trends and observations weigh more than trophies. To that end, here are a few general observations from Portland’s tour this summer.
As always, these should be taken with a grain of salt. Exhibition games aren’t the best showcases for young players, especially those who haven’t experienced the crucible of in-season NBA basketball.