Jrue Holiday’s versatility is keeping Blazers rolling without Ja Morant

Rip City Project's Reese Kunz argues that Jrue Holiday's versatility as a sixth man is crucial in keeping the Portland Trail Blazers successful amid Ja Morant's injury absence. The Trail Blazers improved to a 6-1 record and took first place in the Western Conference following a 132-119 victory against the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday. Holiday scored 15 points off the bench, shooting 5-of-9 from three-point range.

Kunz highlights that Holiday's two-way flexibility compensates for Morant's hamstring injury and Scoot Henderson's ongoing struggles as a starting point guard. Despite injuries to Morant, Shaedon Sharpe, and Vit Krejci, the writer credits Holiday alongside Deni Avdija, Damian Lillard, Toumani Camara, and Donovan Clingan for maintaining Portland's strong start.