Things are really looking good for the Portland Trail Blazers. Led by youngsters Brandon Roy, LaMarcus Aldridge, and Greg Oden, the Blazers are truly one of the most talented teams in the NBA.
Most people would agree that this up-and-coming ball club could win a championship or two in the near future.
But things in Portland haven't always been so peachy.
A few years ago, the darkest period in franchise history existed known as the "Jail Blazers" era. Those were the days when the roster was filled with players who constantly made headlines for the wrong reasons.á á
The turmoil began in April 2001 when Shawn Kemp ended his first season with the team by checking into a drug rehabilitation center for cocaine abuse.
In May 2002, Zach Randolph was cited for underage drinking in hi ...
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Thugs “R” Us: Looking Back at the Infamous Portland Jail Blazers Era
Posted: 29th November 2009 by Mike B. in NBAComments Off on Thugs “R” Us: Looking Back at the Infamous Portland Jail Blazers Era