Blazers Bet on Tonje’s Potential | Portland Trail Blazers News

Portland’s new gamble: John Tonje, a raw but promising two-way guard, could be the Blazers’ hidden gem. Drafted 53rd by Utah, he thrived in the G-League with 18 points and 5 rebounds, shooting 35% from three. His NBA stint with Boston was brief but showed flashes of potential. A strong shooter and free-throw specialist, Tonje’s ceiling is high — but his shot creation and defense need work. The Blazers are betting on his growth, hoping he becomes a key piece in their future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d5b48ef84ba315c4