Blazers Star Players Attracting Significant Interest From Other Teams

Portland has already received calls on three of their core players as we slowly approach the trade deadline.

Jan 24, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (34) and guard Anfernee Simons (1) celebrate with forward Jerami Grant (9) after he made a three point basket in the fourth quarter to send the game into overtime against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The Portland Trail Blazers are off to a sluggish start to the season. After showing life in the season's first quarter, the Blazers appear to be reverting to the team we all thought they'd be to start the season.

The Trail Blazers have an 8-16 record and sit in 13th place in the loaded Western Conference. They have an uphill battle, but with little talent on their side compared to the other teams, they will likely fight for the No. 1 pick in the draft rather than a spot in the top 10 in the West.

Not only that but prior to this season, the Blazers were already in sell mode. Nothing has changed through the first 24 games of the season, and the Blazers remain sellers as the trade deadline looms.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Trail Blazers have already received trade interest from three core players: guard Anfernee Simons, forward Jermain Grant, and center Robert Williams III.

The Trail Blazers have received trade interest on Anfernee Simons, Jerami Grant and Robert Williams, per @ShamsCharania.

Portland could receive a large amount of assets to accelerate their rebuilding efforts, if they made all three available on the market. pic.twitter.com/kMn5yvHIUL

— Evan Sidery (@esidery) December 10, 2024

It's unclear if the Trail Blazers have all these three players on the trading block, but if so, they could receive a large number of assets in return to accelerate their rebuilding efforts.

One player who has been reported to be on the trading block for the Blazers is Grant. Grant was at the forefront of many trade rumors prior to the start of this season. He remains a top trade target for many teams looking to be contenders this season.

At 30 years old, Grant possesses a skill set that could help contending teams or teams on the fringe of contending. However, this season has not been the best for the veteran forward. He is averaging 15.3 points per game, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists, shooting 38 percent from the field and 35 percent from three in 22 games.

Grant is a strong wing who could hold his own on both sides of the ball.

Simons' time in Portland could be winding down. He is the longest-tenured Blazer and has not been the player they'd hoped for this season.

Williams is attractive to many teams that need a center and a defensive upgrade. When Williams is right, he is one of the most fierce defenders in the league. The only problem with Williams is his health. Can he be on the court when it matters most?

The Blazers could be one of the more attractive teams to poach from as we approach the trade deadline.

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