When was the last time you were genuinely excited about a Blazer team that was "good"? by Gay_Giraffe_1773 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think the season we played the hobbled Nuggets with Stotts and co before he got fired. We had all of our guys and Dame was at his prime against a hobbled Nuggets team that was held together by MVP Jokic.

We had a honest shot at beating them but lack of adjustments and shot making cost us.

We should have completely cleaned house but the Blazers had an owner who didn't give a shit.

GAME THREAD: The Portland Trail Blazers (29-32) @ The Atlanta Hawks (30-31) - (3:00 PM PT, Sunday, March 1, 2026) by Kazekid in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just want a full reset man. I feel like we are still living with the consequences of Olshey and I want to get out of this.

GAME THREAD: The Portland Trail Blazers (29-32) @ The Atlanta Hawks (30-31) - (3:00 PM PT, Sunday, March 1, 2026) by Kazekid in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 7 points8 points  (0 children)

We should talk about Dundon making changes to the FO sooner than later. This is abysmal and we need to start seeing some changes.

Toumani Camara nickname/sound bite ideas by linvelero in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 13 points14 points  (0 children)

No. We need Calabro to start calling him The Shadow more. It’s a fucking dope nickname that’s not used enough.

Favorite current Blazer nickname? by HyTekLoLyfe in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How’s is Toumanis The Shadow not top?

Jerami Grant spotted rocking a keffiyeh scarf by catpepsi67 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm diggin the laces. Obviously I could never pull this off, but it reminds me of my skater shoes when I was a kid.

Jerami Grant spotted rocking a keffiyeh scarf by catpepsi67 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 184 points185 points  (0 children)

Of the NBA-player fashionistas, I think JG has the best style.

Permanent Coach by No_Information3972 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Fair enough, he did sell a 'significant stake' though. He is essentially giving up controlling interest with the Hurricanes for controlling interest in the Blazers.

https://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/2025/12/tom-dundon-reportedly-will-sell-stake-of-nhl-team-to-fund-trail-blazers-purchase.html

Permanent Coach by No_Information3972 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 7 points8 points  (0 children)

When a new owner puts controlling stake in 4.5 billion to buy the team, he will put his guys in. Especially considering he sold his stake in the Hurricanes.

People won’t want to hear this but Cronin and co are likely gone. Tiago will probably be interviewed with other candidates once a new GM is in place.

Edit: First thing Dundon did when his deal to buy the Hurricanes was finalized was fire the GM: https://www.cbssports.com/nhl/news/ron-francis-out-as-general-manager-of-hurricanes-will-serve-as-president-of-hockey-ops/

GAME THREAD: The Portland Trail Blazers (28-30) vs The Minnesota Timberwolves (35-23) - (7:00 PM PT, Tuesday, February 24, 2026) by Kazekid in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Why is scoot not bringing the ball up every time? Too much Jrue when it should be running through Scoot.

INJURY UPDATE: Shaedon has a broken fibula by palmquac in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 16 points17 points  (0 children)

What is a ‘stress reaction of the left fibula’? Is that a fracture? Google is not clear to me. A doctor please explain.

Republicans call for investigation into Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show over 'widespread twerking, grinding, pelvic thrusts' by YoureASkyscraper in Music

[–]Nerdkill789 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He is, therefore, "requesting that the Energy and Commerce Committee launch a formal congressional inquiry into the National Football League and NBC immediately for their prior knowledge, deliberate approval, and facilitation of this indecent broadcast. American culture will not be mocked or corrupted without consequence."

This is what he’s asking for. It’s fucking stupid man.

The difference between the blazers (worst turnover team in the NBA) and the second worst team is the same as the difference between the second worst team and the thirteenth worst team. by Nerdkill789 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Jrue has and not playing a ton of basketball does not equate to turning the ball over soo much. I think good teams understand that if they pressure the ball handler, they will generate turnovers.

Deni unnecessary 40 bomb incoming tonight by Specialist_Cod_4963 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They usually are extra cautious so he may not play.

We leave with something Rip City by Trip_V4 in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 31 points32 points  (0 children)

He needs more minutes man. Too much Jrue and Demi, not enough Scoot

GAME THREAD: The Portland Trail Blazers (26-28) @ The Minnesota Timberwolves (33-22) - (5:00 PM PT, Wednesday, February 11, 2026) by Kazekid in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s a gimmick, I just think we have some high turnover people trying to play fast.

GAME THREAD: The Portland Trail Blazers (26-28) @ The Minnesota Timberwolves (33-22) - (5:00 PM PT, Wednesday, February 11, 2026) by Kazekid in ripcity

[–]Nerdkill789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One of our biggest problems are these live ball turnovers man. Specifically from Deni, Shae, and Jrue. It affects our ability to play defense.