At this point, it feels more like a matter of when, not if, the Portland Trail Blazers part ways with Robert Williams III. The writing has been on the wall for a while now, but after another offseason of reshaping the frontcourt, it has become increasingly difficult to make the case that Williams will finish next season in Portland.
The Blazers have clearly begun prioritizing youth and upside at the center position. Between Donovan Clingan and Yang Hansen, Portland now has two promising long-term options anchoring the paint, and both are expected to get real developmental minutes in the upcoming season.