The Damian Lillard trade saga just got a massive update. One of the most anticipated trades of the offseason has been eluding fans for several months. However, the Portland Trailblazers‘ head coach, Chauncey Billups may just have dropped a major hint on the trade saga. The former NBA champion caught up on Coach Prime and his son, Shilo Sanders taking on Colorado State.
The Colorado Buffaloes’ matchup against the Colorado State Rams has been the most hyped up event in recent history for college football in the United States. This exciting events naturally drew the stars out to watch the spectacle unfold. Billups was no different. However, the 46-year-old had some uncanny company who could potentially replace Lillard on the Blazers roster.
Chauncey Billups is accompanied by potential Damian Lillard replacement
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Ever since Damian Lillard requested a trade from the Portland Trailblazers, one thing has been very clear. The 8-time All-Star most certainly has a desire to join the Miami Heat. Now, his coach Chauncey Billups caught up on the much awaited Colorado matchup with the Miami Heat guard, Kyle Lowry. This only raises speculation regarding the blockbuster trade that would send the 33-year-old to Miami.
Billups caught up on the college football rivalry of the Buffaloes and Rams sitting alongside the Heat guard, Lowry. The two exchanged words while witnessing Coach Prime and his son, Shilo Sanders take on their long-running rivals. However, this comes in at a time when Lillard’s desire to join the Heat is stronger than ever.
Trailblazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups hanging out with Kyle Lowry at the Colorado game pic.twitter.com/SNVa2LxxRY
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Kyle Lowry has been a constant member of the trade packages rumored to bring Lillard to Miami. The 37-year-old guard has often made headlines as the guard that will replace Dame D.O.L.L.A. on the Blazers roster. Now, the franchise’s head coach hanging out with the 6-time All-Star may serve as a strong hint about the Lillard trade saga.
Although Lowry and Billups hanging out seems like a major hint on Lillard’s pursuit to join the Heat, uncertainty regarding the completion of this deal still exists. With several scenarios being drawn up to facilitate the Heat-Blazers trade, one cannot ascertain who may serve as the key piece to land Lillard in Miami. However, none of this has taken any attention away from Coach Sanders and his son, Shilo taking on their fiercest rivals in the Colorado game.
Coach Prime and Shilo Sanders have the fans’ undivided attention
Coach Sanders has led his troops to an unbelievable run in the college basketball circuit this season. However, Shilo Sanders and his teammates face their grittiest opponent in the Colorado game. An intense rivalry since their matchup in 2019 has come down to this moment. Who will have the upper hand in this thrilling encounter?
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After some incredible wins, back and forths between coaches and several other heated moments, the Colorado game has kicked off in full swing. This matchup has already witnessed several intense moments within the third quarter. This speaks volumes about the rivalry between the two teams.
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With the Rams in the lead, Deion Sanders and his troops seem to staring down the barrel of defeat. However, “Prime Time” has the knack of turning games around at any point of time. Can Shilo Sanders live up to his father’s reputation? Will the Buffaloes repeat history? Share your thoughts in the comments below.