The Portland Trail Blazers find themselves at a pivotal spot in their rebuilding process, with key decisions looming regarding the future of 25-year-old guard Anfernee Simons. While neither Simons nor the Blazers are actively seeking a trade at the moment,

Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) tries to get around the defense of Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) AP AP

Years of losing seem to be taking their toll on Trail Blazers shooting guard Anfernee Simons, who tells Jason Quick of The Athletic that he’s going through “the hardest mental battle I’ve had in my career.”