Tiago Splitter leads Blazers to playoff spot as interim coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:48 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Portland Trail Blazers secured a playoff appearance under interim head coach Tiago Splitter, who successfully navigated challenges throughout the season. Bryson Graham expressed confidence in Splitter's leadership, noting how he managed adversity with class. As the playoffs approach, this experience could have significant implications for the team's performance.
- •Tiago Splitter served as the Blazers' interim head coach this season.
- •The Blazers managed to secure a playoff berth.
- •Bryson Graham praised Splitter's composure and leadership.
- •Splitter handled challenges facing the team effectively.
- 8:48 PMYahoo Sports — "He handled that adversity, he led during that …
""He handled that adversity, he led during that …
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