Tue Apr 08 17:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin Receives Contract Extension Through 2028
**Portland, OR** – The Portland Trail Blazers announced a contract extension for General Manager Joe Cronin on Monday, securing his services through the summer of 2028. The extension comes on the heels of a promising season for the rebuilding Blazers, who have shown significant improvement in recent weeks, boasting a top-10 defense since the All-Star break.
Cronin, praised for his leadership and vision by team chair Jody Allen, has overseen the transformation of the roster following the Damian Lillard trade. He’s assembled a young core of promising players including Scoot Henderson, Shaedon Sharpe, Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara, and Donovan Clingan, a group that has begun to gel under coach Chauncey Billups.
The team’s recent success has shifted the narrative surrounding Billups’ future. While a parting of ways had been anticipated, the team’s improved performance has opened discussions about a contract extension for the coach. His current contract includes a team option for next season, and the Blazers face a crucial decision regarding his long-term future with the franchise. The decision will be a collaborative one between Cronin and Billups, significantly impacting the team’s trajectory.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the coaching position, Cronin’s commitment provides stability for the organization as they head into the NBA lottery with the ninth-best odds for the number one pick. The young Blazers, currently showing potential and building a strong foundation, are poised for future growth under Cronin’s continued leadership.
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