The Portland Trail Blazers are struggling with a 9-18 record and have lost eight of their last ten games. While the coaching staff is eager for a win, the front office is leaning towards continued losses to secure a high draft pick for the 2025 NBA Draft.

Head coach Chauncey Billups hopes to build on a recent upset victory against the Denver Nuggets as they prepare to face the San Antonio Spurs. However, the team will be missing key players, including Matisse Thybulle and Dalanto Banton, due to injuries.