Trail Blazers acquire guard in trade for forward

The Portland Trail Blazers acquired a guard in a trade that sent a forward to another team. The deal did not include draft picks. The incoming player is 26 years old and has been an All-Star twice.

Background on the incoming player The guard has dealt with multiple suspensions in recent seasons, including one after displaying a firearm on social media. He also had right shoulder surgery in January 2024. His three-point shooting percentage peaked at 34 percent in the 2021-22 season and stands at 31 percent for his career.

Team context and roster implications The Trail Blazers have used multiple players at the point guard position this season because of injuries. The team posted the league's highest turnover rate during that stretch. The trade leaves the roster with limited frontcourt depth.

Several players on the roster can fill the point guard role, though their skill sets overlap in some areas. Further roster adjustments remain possible before the next season begins.