Blazer's Edge

On this week's episode of the Blazer's Edge podcast, host Danny Marang is joined by Nekias Duncan of basketballnews.com (and follower of all things Miami Heat) to talk about: the Trail Blazer's offseason acquisitions; specifically former Miami Heat wing Derrick Jones Jr, the impact that Robert Covington could have on the Blazers, a changing and possibly more aggressive Portland defense, how the rotation could shake out, where Portland sits in a loaded Western Conference and more! Intro  Nekias Duncan on the show! Opening Comments Thoughts on Derrick Jones Jr getting the MLE 1:30 Who Does DJJ remind you of? 3:30 What will DJJ's primary role be in Portland? 5:45 DJJ is the best athlete Portland has had in two decades 7:30 What are the drawbacks of DJJ - what will keep him off the floor? 9:00 Do you believe he can continue to add to his game? 10:30 Do you think DJJ is going to have the work rate to maximize his potential? 13:30 Does coming to Portland unlock anything for DJJ? 14:30 How good are DJJ's hands - ca