The Portland Trail Blazers had a tough season in 2023-24, ending with a 21-61 record and heading to their third straight NBA lottery under head coach Chauncey Billups. Despite the overall struggles, the team had some promising performances from their rookies.

By the Numbers
  • Henderson averaged 14 points, 5.4 assists, and 3.1 rebounds per game.
  • The 27-year-old LSU product averaged 9.1 points and 3.7 rebounds through 68 games.
  • Camara started in 49 of his 70 games, averaging 7.5 points and 4.9 rebounds per game.
  • Badji played sparingly, averaging four points in his 39 games for the Trail Blazers.
Yes, But

The rookies showed potential, but consistency and development remain key areas for improvement.

What's Next

Future seasons will test if these rookies can continue to grow and contribute significantly to the Trail Blazers' success.

Bottom Line

Despite a challenging season, the Trail Blazers have a mix of promising rookies who have the potential to make an impact if they can refine their skills and maintain consistency.