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With that being said, Henderson’s injury essentially confirms that Jrue Holiday will enter 2025-26 as Portland’s starting point guard. It was a constant debate throughout the summer. Now, it’s an easy decision for Billups. The Blazers could also face long-term implications with this injury. Lillard has full faith in Henderson. However, that might not matter when the front office makes its decision about its long-term plans. It is Time for Other Blazers to Step Up With Henderson sidelined, Holiday is the clear choice for Billups’ rotation as their lead guard. A veteran leader with a championship pedigree, can settle down the team’s offense as the primary playmaker. However, not having Henderson as a backup is problematic because they have several unproven players behind him on the depth chart: After signing a one-year deal with Portland, Blake Wesley could get minutes. Two-way player Caleb Love could also receive playing time, even though he’s more of a shooting guard.
