Joe Freeman: Neil Olshey said he spoke with Paul Allen last night and the Blazers’ owner said he was happy with the regular season “and the way we competed.” Allen’s message: “Find a way to get better.”
Neil Olshey Rumors
It’s been reported that Olshey has previously rejected offers for Lillard and McCollum. But that doesn’t mean the phones will stop buzzing. Even before this series, league executives had assumed that Olshey would break up the duo if they failed again. We’ll find out in due time, but the idea should be entertained.
Joe Freeman: Neil Olshey’s message to people calling for sweeping changes: “Where were all these people that wanted these sweeping changes 10 days ago. … It’s our job to be measured. And not overreact.”
Joe Freeman: Moe Harkless said Olshey and Stotts stressed to him in exit interview how important he is to the Blazers’ success and future. “It was good to hear,” Harkless said. “It was reassuring.”
Joe Freeman: Evan Turner already met with Neil Olshey and Terry Stotts for his exit interview. The message? “Biggest thing, Terry said make sure you stay slim … (that) you don’t get as big as you once did last summer. My message back was, ‘OK.’”
Joe Freeman: Davis has not yet met with Neil Olshey or Terry Stotts for his exit interview. What will he say when he does? “(There’s) nothing on my mind I want to say. Definitely have some questions about my future and just see the feedback I can get.”
