Chris Dodson • The Portland Trail Blazers are a full season clear from cutting ties with Damian Lillard. The franchise is embarking on a new chapter with a relatively clean slate around the 2023 NBA Draft’s second overall pick Scoot Henderson. Henderson’s arrival signaled a shift in the team’s strategy, focusing on developing young talent and building for the future. At just 19 years old, the highly touted G League Ignite prospect brings a blend of athleticism, skill, and a high basketball IQ that excited fans for the new era.