The Portland Trail Blazers made history by starting five rookies against Denver, a rare occurrence in the NBA in over 50 years. This lineup included top draft pick Scoot Henderson and marked a significant moment in the league.
It was the second time a team had started five rookies, with the last instance being the Golden State Warriors in 2012. Despite their youth, the Trail Blazers face challenges with key players out due to injuries, contributing to their position in the Western Conference standings.