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NBA Rumors: Damian Lillard Wants To Play With “Super-Athletic And Mobile Big Man.”

Nico Martinez
Jul 28, 2021
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So, Damian Lillard has already outright denied all the rumors regarding his trade request. Just to be clear, he has not yet demanded an exit from Portland and remains committed to the team for the foreseeable future.

Still, he didn’t exactly eliminate the possibility that his mind might be changed, leaving the door slightly open for rumor and speculation.

Amid the noise, one interesting report has surfaced, possibly indicating what kind of player the Blazers will target this offseason.

Check out this segment in a recent article by TrueHoop’s Henry Abbott:

“Watching Giannis win the Finals, and playing on Team USA with Bam Adebayo, sources say Damian Lillard is as excited as ever about the idea of playing with a super-athletic and mobile big man.” 

“Watching Giannis win the Finals, and playing on Team USA with Bam Adebayo, sources say Damian Lillard is as excited as ever about the idea of playing with a super-athletic and mobile big man.”

(via @TrueHoop) pic.twitter.com/iob8UYia1E

— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) July 27, 2021

This is the same source that (incorrectly) claimed Lillard had already asked for a trade earlier this month, so take this report with a grain of salt.

Still, where there’s smoke, there’s fire, and it’s not hard to imagine Dame growing infatuated with the idea of playing for a Giannis-style big man.

The Greek Freak dominated with his strength and mobility instead of his shooting, which seems — at least on paper — to be an ideal pairing next to Dame, who is known for his extraordinary shooting and shot-making.

But what can the Blazers do to satisfy Dame’s wishes?

Blazers GM Neil Olshey will have to make some kind of trade, which will likely cost them CJ McCollum, Jusuf Nurkic, or even both.

But if it means they can grab a guy like Pascal Siakam, Domantas Sabonis, or Bam Adebayo, it could make all the difference in the world.

Ultimately, we will just have to wait and see. While their options remain somewhat limited, a big move is inevitable for Portland, especially considering the circumstances. 

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Nico Martinez is a veteran staff writer for Fadeaway World from Brooklyn, New York. He joined Fadeaway World in 2016 and is currently residing in Columbia, South Carolina. Nico holds a degree in Sports Management from Columbia International University where he built a strong foundation in the inner workings of sports media and management. Nico's contributions have significantly enhanced the credibility and depth of Fadeaway World's content, earning him recognition across the sports journalism community. His work has been discussed in prestigious publications like Sports Illustrated. A dedicated follower of LeBron James, Nico often leads coverage on news related to the basketball star. With nearly a decade of experience in sports journalism, Nico consistently provides comprehensive and timely basketball news, engaging a wide audience of basketball enthusiasts.Nico's most desired player to interview, past or present, is Kevin Durant. He is particularly keen on asking Durant if he has any regrets about his career, especially concerning his departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder, and why he engages so much with fans on social media. 
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