In this episode we discuss- – The basics of the deal; the good, the bad, and the Plumlee – Chris spends longer than I thought possible hating Mason Plumlee – Breaking down Nurkic’s game and how he can help Portland – What does this mean for Portland’s future in the immediate and down the road? – The merits of tanking and looking forward to the draft – Breaking down various 2017 NBA Draft possibilites – How can Portland use Nurkic going forward? – What other ways can Portland build, if not through free agency? What will get them to the top again? – What Blazer could get away with what Charles Oakley did in New York? – Does Nurkic bring an element of toughness and intimidation? That and more on this week’s Trailing Blazers! Listen to the Almighty Baller Podcast Network on iTunes Listen and subscribe to APBN podcasts at AlmightyBaller.com