Blazers owner Tom Dundon cuts staff, analyzes coaching changes

Tom Dundon, the owner of the Portland Trail Blazers, has laid off 70 staff members, focusing on cost-cutting measures similar to his approach with the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL. This move comes as Dundon looks to reshape the Blazers, as he considers replacing head coach Tiago Splitter with a lower-paid candidate. Discussions about further management changes, including a potential new general manager and team president, are expected in the coming weeks.

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