The final stage of the Damian Lillard-Portland Trail Blazers relationship is starting to resemble a bad break up, with parties refusing to find middle ground for the benefit of their mutual friends: the fans. After 11 years as the franchise’s figurehead, Lillard has reportedly demanded the Blazers trade him to one team and one team only, the Miami Heat. While Blazers General Manager Joe Cronin understands Lillard’s desire to move on, he also needs to secure the best possible return. And the Heat don’t have it.
The suggested Miami package of Tyler Herro, Duncan Robinson, maybe Caleb Martin, a couple of young prospects, two far-out firsts and a pick swap is seriously underwhelming.