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Terry Stotts Pens Goodbye to the Blazers & Rip City

Terry Stotts and the Portland Trail Blazers officially parted ways last night.

In his final address to the Rip City community, the outgoing coach penned a thank you letter calling out everyone who had impacted his life and career over the past nine years.

Stotts paid tribute to the late Paul Allen, Neil Olshey and Jody Allen, his staff, the Blazers organization, the 71 players he’s coached and the fans.

Below is an excerpt from the letter.

Being the Head Coach of the Trail Blazers has been a life changing experience.