Section 113 - Views from the Portland Trail Blazers Radio Booth

Trail Blazers Radio Broadcast team Travis Demers and Michael Holton give their closing thoughts on the 2023-2024 season. They talk about expectations vs reality, break down Scoot Henderson's rookie campaign, along with the season of many of the players and coaches. Plus, they look ahead to what's next.

Trail Blazers radio team Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk about the challenges and opportunities that come with playing young players down the stretch of the season.

Brad Turner from the LA Times brings his many years of basketball knowledge to the conversation with Travis Demers and Michael Holton. He talks about whether or not the Clippers can be the 'superteam' to break the trend, Chauncey Billups role as Blazers Head Coach and all things that come with it, and how would history have changed if things went differently on June 4, 2000.

Trail Blazers Radio team Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk about Deandre Ayton's monster week, spotlighting why the Blazers traded for him. They also discussed the never quit attitude and hustle that has produced some highlight plays on both ends of the floor, and the perspective that tonight is the only night that matters, every night. And, winning plays that have defined games.

Trail Blazers radio team Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk about the last week which saw the Blazers go 2-2 with a pair of wins over the Grizzlies, and hard fought tight games against the West leaders Minnesota and OKC.

Trail Blazers Radio Broadcast Team Travis Demers & Michael Holton talk about how the latest injuries effect the teams' goals heading into the stretch run. They talk about effort vs wins, and how they don't always align, and get ready for back to back games in Memphis. In addition, the guys take a look at the championship contenders in both conferences with 6 weeks remaining in the regular season.

Trail Blazers Radio Team Travis Demers and Michael Holton get into post All-Star Break basketball. They give some brief thoughts about All-Star weekend, paint the picture of where the Blazers are entering the final stretch, and talk about what is expected in the final 24 games of the 2023-24 season.

Trail Blazers Radio Broadcast team of Travis Demers and Michael Holton break down the Trail Blazers decisions at the trade deadline, and listen to what GM Joe Cronin had to say. They talked about why the team made minimal moves, how they have developed, and what the future holds. The question of which path - one reminiscent of the Thunder, or the Rockets makes sense, or if something completely different is where they should go.

Trail Blazers Radio Team Travis Demers and Michael Holton give their perspectives on Damian LIllard's return night in Portland - from the spectacle and emotion of it, to the impressive Blazers' win. Plus, they talk about how the health and continuity of this team has led to better basketball of late, and DeAndre Ayton's emergence.

Trail Blazers Radio Broadcasters Travis Demers and Michael Holton are back at it, explaining what it's like sliding over and filling in for Kevin and Lamar on TV. They also break down why the health of the Blazers has led to better play, and the NBA Calendar's effect on players psyche.

Trail Blazers radio broadcasters Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk about the Blazers trying to rebound after a rough road trip to start 2024, and the close win over Brooklyn Wednesday Night. They talk about the most recent changes to the starting lineup, leadership, and what is the best path for Scoot Henderson's development. They also broke down what actually leads to on court success, and what it will look like when this team finally clicks.

Trail Blazers Radio team Travis Demers and Michael Holton sit down with Trail Blazers player development Coach and Rip City Remix Assistant GM Pooh Jeter. They talk about how Pooh puts those two roles together, and how he works with Scoot Henderson as well as other players. Pooh also shares his journey and philosophies that have taken him from the inner city to the University of Portland, Europe and Asia, the G league and now the NBA. The common thread of all of those things? Relationships.

Trail Blazers Radio team Travis Demers and Michael Holton sit down with Assistant Coach Mark Tyndale to talk about his career path, player development, relationships and how to build the tools needed to be successful.

Trail Blazers Radio Broadcasters Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk about the Blazers refocus on defense following a big win vs Sacramento.

Trail Blazers Radio Team of Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk about what went into the Blazers 7 game losing streak, and how they were able to break it against a good Suns team. How are things evolving with a healthier roster? Why has the defense struggled as the offense improves? And what will the rest of 2023 look like with a favorable schedule.

Trail Blazers Radio Broadcasters Travis Demers and Michael Holton break down the development of the team's youth: Scoot Henderson, Toumani Camara, Shaedon Sharpe and Jabari Walker.

Trail Blazers Radio broadcasters Travis Demers and Michael Holton break down the season through the first 20 games. What have the results looked like compared to expectations? Despite being 6-14, nearly every game has been close as this team learns how to win.

Trail Blazers radio broadcast team of Travis Demers and Michael Holton break down the Blazers recent play including tough road losses at Phoenix and Milwaukee and wins over Utah and Indiana. They talk about the growth of the team on both ends of the floor, and how Chauncey Billups coaching is elevating the team. Plus - development vs winning, how do you handle it?

The Trail Blazers Radio Team of Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk about the Blazers struggles during their 5 game losing streak, along with the bright spots along the way.

Trail Blazers Radio Broadcast team of Travis Demers and Michael Holton talk through a tough stretch that saw the Blazers go 1-2. A couple of overtime games, character revealing moments and multiple injuries highlighted the last week. They talk about the value of Scoot Henderson sitting back and watching, the development of the next men up, and the challenges this team is going through.