When you announce in advance what time Rudy Fernandez is arriving at the Portland airport, then even urge people to get there early in case the flight’s early, you’re setting up some sort of media event. I’m not exactly sure what sort of media event — but something. I wonder, after the kind of long flights it takes to get to Portland from Spain, if Rudy is going to mind being attacked by autograph seekers?
The hype for the upcoming season has only just begun, folks. Stand back and take a deep breath because by the time the Blazers get around to playing counting games, this city’s going to be a bit crazy.




This city needs an intervention.