Potential Damian Lillard trade could take ‘months,’ Trail Blazers general manager says

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Seven-time All-Star Damian Lillard may have asked to leave Portland, but the career-long Trail Blazer could be waiting "months" before he dons another uniform. 

Portland Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin spoke to reporters on Monday in Las Vegas and made it clear the organization will take its time in finding the best deal for the future of the team. 

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Damian Lillard, #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers, looks on during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Moda Center on April 9, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. (Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

"I think what I've learned more than anything is patience is critical. Don’t be reactive, don’t jump at things to seemingly solve a problem," Cronin said. "I think the teams that have ended up in the most positive situations post-trade have been the ones that have been really diligent in taking their time and not been impulsive, or the teams that really kept their urgency under control.

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"So, I think that’s how my approach has been with this and will be with this. We’re going to be patient. We’re going to do what’s best for our team. We’re going to see how this lands and if it takes months, it takes months."

Lillard asked for his out on July 1 following the 2023 NBA Draft, when Portland selected Scoot Henderson with the third overall pick. 

Lillard had been rumored to be looking to partner with players who would help him win right away. 

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, #0, reacts to a call against the Utah Jazz in the