The Blazers are accustomed to tough starts to the season during the Lillard era, but this season is unlikely any other because of the coaching change, Dame's struggles and other factors.

On the latest episode of Blazer Focused, podcasts editor Andrew Theen is joined by Mike Acker, a freelance contributor to The Oregonian/OregonLive.

They discussed:

• The up and down start
• Recapping the thrilling Bulls game
• Nance and Nurk and the small-ball five possibilities
• Nas getting to make mistakes in crunch time
• The tough schedule ahead

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