Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers are not going to admit the playoffs are out of reach until the team is mathematically eliminated. Despite multiple poor showings, Lillard’s past week has made it apparent the the team is not ready to pack it in for the season. Record of 20-27 be damned.
Unfortunately, the Blazers face an uphill battle to actually accomplish qualify for the playoffs. Various sites paint a clear picture; here are the odds of the Blazers making the playoffs according to three major sources:
Never tell me the odds, indeed.