The Portland Trail Blazers have had a challenging season, with head coach Chauncey Billups being placed on leave and interim coach Tiago Splitter taking over. The team's future hinges on the future of their player, Deni Avdija, who is set to return for the next season at a cost of $13.1 million, and Jrue Holiday's team-high $34.8 million salary. The Blazers are expected to return 12 players at a $171.6 million cost, which should allow them to stay below the projected $201 million luxury tax. However, the team must improve its perimeter threat after ranking 28th in the league from three-point range.