Trail Blazers aim for high win total with revamped roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:28 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Portland Trail Blazers are projected to finish seventh in the Western Conference with 43 wins, according to ESPN. This prediction follows offseason changes, including adding Ja Morant and a returning Damian Lillard. Morant brings potential for a significant impact after an injury-plagued season. With the roster's depth and talent, analysts argue that the Blazers could realistically contend for more than 50 wins if health and chemistry align. The upcoming season will test the team's dynamics under a new coach, Micah Nori.
- •ESPN projects the Blazers for a 43-win season.
- •Ja Morant joins a healthy Damian Lillard in the lineup.
- •Morant averaged 19.5 points and 8.1 assists last season.
- •Donovan Clingan expected to improve after strong previous season.
- •Portland aims to avoid the Play-In Tournament entirely.
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"With Ja Morant joining a healthy Damian Lillard, Portland’s revamped roster possesses the star power and interior depth to shatter conservative win totals and bypass the play-in tournament.
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