Apr 27, 2026
Dustin
and Sage recap the 442nd Holy Backboard Podcast after the Trail
Blazers squandered two home playoff chances against the Spurs,
falling behind 3–1 and feeling the season is near its end. They
break down Game 3’s 120–108 loss after leading 82–67 late in the
third, criticizing late-game iso-heavy offense, lack of ball
movement, turnovers, and poor rebounding, even without Wemby. They
then cover Game 4’s 114–93 defeat despite a 58–41 halftime lead,
highlighting a disastrous second half, defensive communication
failures, and embarrassingly low scoring. They argue that Portland
underachieved all season, stress the need for better coaching,
clearer roles, more shooting, and two-way players, critique Jrue
Holiday’s high-usage mistakes, and discuss the absence of
vocal/emotional leadership. They also note a lackluster playoff
arena atmosphere and outline hopes for Game 5: start Rob Williams,
empower younger players, compete with effort, and avoid
injuries.