Nassir Little’s goals for Trail Blazers at Summer League: Just win

Posted Jul 5, 2019
It’s been 15 days since the Portland Trail Blazers selected Nassir Little with the No. 25 pick in the NBA Draft. Now, officially a Trail Blazer and member of the team's Las Vegas Summer League roster, Little says his excitement is soaring. “It’s as high as ever. I’m excited to play my first Summer League game and then transition into the regular season.” (NBC Sports)

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