PJ Carlesimo discusses Damian Lillard-Ja Morant backcourt for Blazers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo expressed confidence in the new backcourt of the Portland Trail Blazers, featuring Damian Lillard and Ja Morant. Acquired from the Memphis Grizzlies, Morant joins Lillard as the team prepares for the 2026-27 season. Carlesimo emphasized Lillard's basketball intelligence and adaptability as key for the duo's success, suggesting that he will facilitate Morant's play. Morant aims to revive his career in Portland after establishing himself as an All-Star in previous seasons. Training camp for the Trail Blazers is set to commence soon under first-year head coach Micah Nori, who Carlesimo also endorsed.
- •Blazers acquire Ja Morant from the Grizzlies this offseason.
- •Carlesimo believes Lillard's experience will benefit Morant.
- •Morant aims to return to All-Star form with the Blazers.
- •Training camp begins soon under new head coach Micah Nori.
- •Lillard and Morant expected to share ball-handling duties effectively.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Blazers news: Former NBA head coach eases any concerns about Damian Lillard-Ja Morant pairing
"Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo does not have concerns about how Damian Lillard and Ja Morant will coexist in the Portland Trail Blazers’ new-look backcourt. Portland acquired Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies during the offseason , pairing the explosive point guard with Lillard as the Trail Blazers prepare for the 2026-27 season. While putting […] The post Blazers news: Former NBA head coach eases any concerns about Damian Lillard-Ja Morant pairing appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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