Damian Lillard and Portland Trail Blazers Could Be an Issue for Other Playoff Teams

Sports Illustrated host Robin Lundberg explains why NBA fans should be happy Damian Lillard will get a chance to play in the postseason, as that's a good thing for everyone, well, except for maybe the Los Angeles Lakers.

Remember when Damian Lillard said he didn’t want to play in the bubble if the Portland Trail Blazers had no chance at the playoffs? That feels like a long time ago. 

Damian Lillard tonight

45 points
12 assists
4 rebounds
3 steals
13/21 FG
8/10 FT
11/18 3PT

"I packed for the entire 3 months." 🔥 pic.twitter.com/UqpUQkDJt9

— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) August 7, 2020

Sports Illustrated host Robin Lundberg explains why NBA fans should be happy Dame indeed did get that chance at the postseason he wanted, as that's a good thing for everyone, well, except for maybe the Los Angeles Lakers. 

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