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Trail Blazers get hilarious basketball advice on ‘Portlandia’

Everyone needs a little help, even the Portland Trail Blazers.

James Dator
James Dator has been covering a wide range of sports for SB Nation for over a decade, with a special focus on the NFL.

If you live and work in Portland there’s a good chance you’ve heard of IFC’s comedy series Portlandia, even if you’re a member of the Trail Blazers.

Characters Toni and Candice took some time out from working at their feminist book store to meet with the team, have them tap into their inner woman and offer some suggestions for how they can improve their game -- including pretending like their leaving the arena for the night, only to return and confuse their opponents.

All the players are great, but kudos to Thomas Robinson who has some acting chops. Lamarcus Aldridge needs to to work on his delivery.

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