The Portland Trail Blazers have yet to make a splash in free agency, which has been disappointing for fans hoping the team would continue upgrading its roster to make a legitimate playoff push after enduring a four-year drought. Despite their free agency inactivity, the Blazers have had a surprising and eventful offseason.
Here is a recap so far of Portland's new-look roster:
Out: Deandre Ayton, Anfernee Simons, Jabari Walker, Dalano Banton (remains an unrestricted free agent)
In: Jrue Holiday, Yang Hansen
Blazers doubled down on defensive identity this summer
Looking at these additions and subtractions, it's clear that the Blazers are doubling down on their defensive identity.