Section 113 - Views from the Portland Trail Blazers Radio Booth

Travis Demers and Chad Doing talk about the Blazers bounce back from a terrible home loss to Denver, with a road win at Phoenix.  Plus, they talk about the evolution of Donovan Clingan, Jerami Grant's importance, and how to handle Deni Avdija's back issues going forward.  Also, the final 24 games of the season give the Blazers a great postseason opportunity. 

Travis Demers and Chad Doing break down All-Star Weekend, and the Blazers involvement.  Including Deni Avidja's first appearance, Yang Hansen and Donovan Clingan in the Rising Stars Challenge, and Damian Lillard's third three point contest victory.  Plus, why the All Star Game was actually entertaining, and why the slam dunk contest has become the worst event of the weekend.  They also talked about the Blazers chances down the stretch of the season. 

Travis Demers and Chad Doing talk about the Blazers three game winning streak heading into the final road trip before the All Star Break.  They break down Scoot Henderson's return, and how the team getting healthier will shape the final stretch of the season. Plus Deni Avdija and Damian Lillard representing the Blazers at All Star Weekend. 

Travis Demers and Chad Doing highlight Deni Avdija's first NBA All Star selection, talk about Blake Wesley's return, and the addition of Vit Krejci.  Plus, why there is room for optimism, despite the Trail Blazers season long 5 game losing streak. 

Travis Demers and Chad Doing talk about the Blazers heading into a tough east coast road trip at .500, while winter storms could effect travel and practice time.  They also talk about Deni Avdija's uncertainty this week, and how other vets have stepped up.  Plus, who actually deserves the credit for the continued growth from the youth. 

Travis Demers and Chad Doing talk about the Blazers unlikely surge to reach .500 at 22-22.  They break down this stretch that has seen them go 13-6 since their lowest point of the season, including winning 10 of the last 13 games.  They discuss Donovan Clingan's emergence, and Caleb Love's surge, as well as Deni Avdija continuing to lead the team.  

Travis Demers and Chad Doing talk about the implications of Deni Avdija's injury and how a team effort will get the them through.  Plus, why has this team connected so well? Pooh Jeter explains.  They also break down the last week of Blazers basketball that saw them go 3-1, as well as Caleb Love's development, Jrue Holiday's return, and Tiago Splitter's intensity. 

Travis Demers and Chad Doing break down the Blazers best stretch of the season so far, winning 5 of 6 and 8 of the last 12.

Travis Demers and Chad Doing go off the rails a bit to open the podcast, and then talk about what everyone is thinking.  Why haven't the injured players returned yet? Plus the development of Donovan Clingan, and how has Deni Avdija continued to shine?

Travis Demers and Chad Doing revisit something they had talked about - where would be Blazers be after the NBA Cup added games? Did it align with their hopes?  They also talk about the team's health, and the big picture implications.