Julian Reese Could Be Blazers' Low-Risk Big Man | Portland Trail Blazers News

Portland could be eyeing a low-risk, high-reward gamble with undrafted center Julian Reese, who flashed elite rebounding and scoring potential in just 13 games last season—averaging nearly 12 points and 11 rebounds. Though waived by Denver after a Wizards trade, Reese’s standout performances—including a 18-point, 20-rebound game—make him an intriguing, cheaper alternative to injury-prone Robert Williams III. A training camp deal could give Portland a defensive-minded big man without the contract baggage or health concerns, while Yang Hansen still needs to prove he can hold down the backup role. 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/395ce46e65d33034