The Blazers will be missing Simons and Sharpe, two of their normal starters, but if they feel better, they may be able to get back Ayton and Brogdon. Henderson and Reath, on the other hand, are considered dubious due to physical issues but have a lower chance of returning.
Tonight in southern California, the Pelicans take on the Los Angeles Lakers; Zion Williamson (foot), Naji Marshall (back), and Jonas Valanciunas (calf) are questionable for the match.
On Saturday, the Blazers and Pelicans are scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. PT.As the 2024 NBA Trade Deadline came to an end on Thursday morning, the Portland Trail Blazers executed two little transactions. Guard Dalano Banton was acquired by general manager Joe Cronin from the Boston Celtics for a highly-protected second-round selection during negotiations with Brad Stevens. Additionally, he extended the 10-day contract of G League Up Next representative and guard Ashton Hagans of Rip City Remix.
Shaedon Sharpe will be out for a few weeks following abdominal surgery, but those two backcourt guys will help the Blazers cope in his absence. Additionally, the moves raise the Blazers’ regular roster to a maximum of 15.What about Duop Reath, though? This season, the 27-year-old has surprised the Blazers by emerging seemingly out of nowhere. Reath fought his way through lower leagues in Serbia, Australia, China, and Lebanon during the past five years, having spent a large portion of his childhood with me down under. The hard route was taken by him.
Before the 2023–24 season began, Reath inked a two-way contract with the Blazers following impressive performances in the preseason and at NBA Summer League.
He first showed off his abilities for the Remix in early November with an incredible 37 point performance on five of six from three. Reath replaced Robert Williams III as Deandre Ayton’s primary backup when the latter suffered a season-ending knee injury, outlasting Moses Brown and
Since then, the Blazers have been faced with a tough decision because of Reath’s significant impact.
A player with a two-way deal is limited to 50 games with their NBA franchise. Reath has appeared in 38 games so far this season; the Blazers still have 31 games left to play. He must make it into Portland’s regular season roster if they hope to retain him on the floor for the remainder of the season.