sports: Is a Healthy Jusuf Nurkic a Game-Changer for Portland's Playoff Chances?

Breaking down the most important player in the Western Conference in the NBA as the league prepares to return to action.

Sports Illustrated's Corey Parson and NBA writer Michael Shapiro discuss the NBA Western Conference and specifically focus on the Portland Trail Blazers. The Trail Blazers will be in Orlando in the bubble but they are siting outside the playoffs, Corey and Michael discuss if the return of big-man Jusuf Nurkic can help the Trail Blazers qualify for the playoffs. 

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