The most promising silver lining in the Portland Trail Blazers' 118-111 preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors was the play of center Donovan Clingan, who looked to be in much better shape compared to his rookie season.
Clingan emphasized his improved conditioning at Blazers media day, stating his goal of playing at least 30 minutes a game this season.
"I'm in a lot better shape," Clingan said. "There were times last year in runs where I would get winded. Now I can keep going. My conditioning is the biggest thing I've improved this offseason.