What does the team do if Dame isn't traded before the season starts?

I think the trade is done. They're just waiting to announce it tomorrow

 

The team will play on!

 

Too damned many questions and alternate questions in this thread. It's almost as if we don't know our ass from an NBA hole in the ground around here. My thoughts, for the absolute zero they're worth:

If this thing drags out, Dame sits. No point in risking an injury that blows his value to pieces. I'd tell him and his agent that the Blazers are still open to trades that reflect his value to the team, but that Joe's going to continue to work potential trades that may make Dame want to reevaluate his decision to ask out. I'd play Nurk, because his value around the league is pretty low anyway so it's not a huge risk. Maybe working with Scoot and Ant actually works better for Nurk. Ant, Nurk and future firsts would still be available to look for an OG-level player who would fit with the team's needs whether Dame stays or goes.

 

It's bad for the team, but even worse for Dame. A trade will get done.