[Saba Sports News] As the 2023-24 NBA season approaches, the Portland Trail Blazers seem to be actively searching for a trade partner for Damian Lillard.
Lillard has been vocal about his desire to join the Miami Heat, but no trade has materialized despite his trade request nearly three months ago. Recent activity on Lillard’s social media suggests his interest in teaming up with Jimmy Butler remains strong.
Is there a chance another Eastern Conference team could outbid the Heat in acquiring Lillard? NBA insider Marc J. Spears of Andscape hinted at the Blazers engaging with several teams, including a mystery Eastern Conference team he didn’t disclose.
Spears also mentioned the Boston Celtics as a potential contender. The mystery suitor is likely a veteran team aiming to contend in the upcoming season.
The Philadelphia 76ers could be a candidate, given their president Daryl Morey’s history of acquiring star players. Adding an All-Star guard like Lillard might repair their strained relationship with their current star.
While most top Eastern Conference teams appear set at the guard position or lack the assets to outperform a potential Tyler Herro-centered trade, the possibility of a Lillard trade remains open for any team.
Until the trade becomes a reality, every team still has a chance to acquire the seven-time All-Star.