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Micah Potter’s preseason debut proves he’s the stretch big Blazers desperately needed

Micah Potter's strong preseason debut shows he's the stretch big Portland was missing last season.

By Nicholas Kula · Rip City Project

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 11:04 PM

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Nicholas Kula argues Micah Potter's preseason debut proved he fits Portland's need for a stretch big man.
Potter recorded 13 points and six rebounds in 13 minutes during his preseason debut for the Trail Blazers.
Portland claimed Potter off waivers on July 10 following his release by the Indiana Pacers.

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Nicholas Kula of Rip City Project argues that Micah Potter's preseason debut demonstrates that he is the stretch big man the Portland Trail Blazers needed. Potter recorded 13 points and six rebounds in 13 minutes on Wednesday after being claimed off waivers from the Indiana Pacers in July.

The writer highlights Potter's outside shooting and rebounding ability compared to incumbent forward Jerami Grant. Kula believes Potter's offensive versatility and size will provide a reliable kickout target alongside guards such as Ja Morant and Jrue Holiday in Portland's second unit.

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