Adrian Bernecich

Melbourne

Blazer's Edge Australian staff writer, NBA tragic, Collingwood fan and music lover. Opinions are mine. Looking for the Veedon Fleece.

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Explosive NBA Offseason Rumors Buzzing

5 days ago | blazersedge.com | Adrian Bernecich

Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images The NBA universe could be in for a big summer if two NBA analysts are to be believed. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Shams Charania have indicated in recent days that franchises could be looking to take chances. Windhorst suggested Toronto Raptors boss Masai Ujiri could make a play for a big name — hinting at Giannis Antetokounmpo — given the lack of depth in the Eastern conference.
What is Portland’s Weakest Starting Position?

6 days ago | blazersedge.com | Adrian Bernecich

Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers will enter next month’s NBA Draft, armed with the 11th pick and phones to make and field trade offers for said selection. Whether General Manager Joe Cronin uses the pick remains to be seen, but if he does I’ll be curious to see what type of player is brought in.
Thunder Becomes the Youngest Finals Team Since 1977 Trail Blazers

1 week ago | blazersedge.com | Adrian Bernecich

After dispensing with the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games, the Oklahoma City Thunder has become the youngest NBA Finals team since the 1977 Portland Trail Blazers. The Thunder's time is now.
Thunder Becomes the Youngest Finals Team Since 1977 Blazers

1 week ago | sports.yahoo.com | Adrian Bernecich

After dispensing with the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games, the Oklahoma City Thunder has become the youngest NBA Finals team since the 1977 Portland Trail Blazers. The Thunder's time is now.
Looking at Potential Midlevel Exception Targets for the Trail Blazers

1 week ago | blazersedge.com | Adrian Bernecich

Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers appear set on winning as many games as possible next season, building on the young roster’s growth in recent months. General Manager Joe Cronin will no doubt be hoping for continued internal growth but he may also look to add more established players via free agency. As of now, the franchise is above next year's salary cap but roughly $17 million below the luxury tax.
Looking at Mid-Level Exception Targets for the Trail Blazers

1 week ago | sports.yahoo.com | Adrian Bernecich

The Portland Trail Blazers appear set on winning as many games as possible next season, building on the young roster’s growth in recent months. General Manager Joe Cronin will no doubt be hoping for continued internal growth but he may also look to add more established players via free agency. As of now, the franchise is above next year's salary cap but roughly $17 million below the luxury tax.
History of the Portland Trail Blazers 11th Pick at the NBA Draft

2 weeks ago | blazersedge.com | Adrian Bernecich

Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers have been sent down the NBA Draft order for the third time in four years. After finishing with the tenth-best lottery odds, the Oregon club have been left with the 11th pick in next month’s draft, headlined by the Dallas Mavericks’ enviable rise up to number one. If General Manager Joe Cronin is to be believed, the franchise is hoping this is the last lottery the franchise is involved in for a while.
Looking Back at the 11th Pick in the NBA Draft

2 weeks ago | sports.yahoo.com | Adrian Bernecich

The Portland Trail Blazers have been sent down the NBA Draft order for the third time in four years. After finishing with the tenth-best lottery odds, the Oregon club have been left with the 11th pick in next month’s draft, headlined by the Dallas Mavericks’ enviable rise up to number one. If General Manager Joe Cronin is to be believed, the franchise is hoping this is the last lottery the franchise is involved in for a while.
Aaron Gordon Doubtful For Denver Nuggets’ Game 7 Against Thunder

3 weeks ago | blazersedge.com | Adrian Bernecich

Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images The Denver Nuggets could go into their Game 7 decider against the Oklahoma City Thunder without Aaron Gordon who is doubtful with a left hamstring strain. Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain and his status is in doubt for Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, sources tell ESPN. Major development heading into Sunday's 3:30 pm ET game on ABC for a Western Conference Finals berth.
Aaron Gordon Doubtful For Nuggets’ Game 7 Against Thunder

3 weeks ago | sports.yahoo.com | Adrian Bernecich

The Denver Nuggets could go into their Game 7 decider against the Oklahoma City Thunder without Aaron Gordon who is doubtful with a left hamstring strain. Gordon has played a key role in the physical series, hitting timely shots and playing stingy defense against multiple Thunder offensive threats. AdvertisementThrough six games, Gordon has averaged 14.5 points on 45.2 percent from three and 44.1 percent from the field, as well as 9.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 0.5 steals.