Portland Trail Blazers
Western Conference · Northwest Division
GM: Joe Cronin
Roster grades based on player performance, contract value, and fan sentiment.
Fan Verdict
Grade this team's roster:
18
Players
4
Transactions
15
Contracts Graded
*(15 active roster + 2 two-way contracts)
Contract Value Index
The Portland Trail Blazers are getting outstanding value across the roster, earning a A+ CVI grade across 15 contracts evaluated. 15 contracts grade as positive value (B+ or better), while 0 fall below fair market value. The front office has demonstrated strong financial discipline, finding value throughout the roster. With cap space well-allocated, the team has flexibility for future moves and mid-season upgrades. Of 18 total rostered players, 15 have contracts eligible for CVI evaluation. This is one of the best-managed payrolls in the NBA, positioning the franchise well for sustained success.
Team Performance
The Portland Trail Blazers roster grades as average overall, earning a C Performance grade based on 18 graded players. The roster lacks an elite-graded performer, which limits the team's ceiling in a star-driven league. 5 players grade as quality starters (B-range), 13 as rotation contributors (C-range), and 0 as depth or below (D/F-range). The roster profile is heavy on rotation-level talent, suggesting a team still searching for a true core. With 4 moves this offseason, the front office has been selective in making changes. The roster needs development from young players or a mid-season upgrade to become a real threat.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Fan and media sentiment around the Portland Trail Blazers's offseason has been overwhelmingly negative, earning a F overall sentiment grade. Of 4 graded moves, 0 received positive reactions, 4 were mixed, and 0 drew negative sentiment. The most well-received move was the Chris Youngblood acquisition, which earned a C sentiment grade. The most criticized move was the Sidy Cissoko transaction, which received a C sentiment grade. There is widespread concern among fans about the team's direction and decision-making. A significant on-court turnaround would be needed to shift the current negative perception.
Transactions (4)
Portland Trail Blazers sign Chris Youngblood
Chris Youngblood
Portland Trail Blazers sign G Chris Youngblood and F Jayson Kent
Chris Youngblood and F Jayson Kent (G)
Portland Trail Blazers release Javonte Cooke
Javonte Cooke
Portland Trail Blazers sign Sidy Cissoko
Sidy Cissoko
Roster (18)
| Name | # | POS | Exp | College | CVI | Perf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Donovan Clingan | 23 | C | 1 | UConn | C+ | C+ |
 Robert Williams III | 35 | C | 7 | Texas A&M | C- | C |
 Yang Hansen | 16 | C | 0 | -- | C | C- |
 Jerami Grant | 9 | PF | 11 | Syracuse | C | B- |
 Toumani Camara | 33 | PF | 2 | Dayton | C+ | C |
 Chris Youngblood | 11 | PG | 0 | Alabama | -- | C- |
 Damian Lillard | 0 | PG | 13 | Weber State | D+ | C |
 Jrue Holiday | 5 | PG | 16 | UCLA | C | B- |
 Scoot Henderson | 00 | PG | 2 | -- | C- | C |
 Vit Krejci | 27 | PG | 4 | -- | C- | D+ |
 Deni Avdija | 8 | SF | 5 | -- | B | B- |
 Kris Murray | 24 | SF | 2 | Iowa | C- | C- |
 Sidy Cissoko | 91 | SF | 2 | -- | C | C- |
 Blake Wesley | 1 | SG | 3 | Notre Dame | C- | C- |
 Caleb Love | 2 | SG | 0 | Arizona | -- | C |
J Jayson Kent | 29 | SG | -- | Texas | -- | C |
 Matisse Thybulle | 4 | SG | 6 | Washington | C- | C |
 Shaedon Sharpe | 17 | SG | 3 | Kentucky | B | B |