Tom Dundon’s History May Calm Portland Concerns

Tom Dundon revealed: Trail Blazers owner opens up about layoffs, Portland politicians and ‘Jail Blazers’

New Blazers' Owner: Franchise Needed To Be Leaner

Tom Dundon, the Trail Blazers’ new majority owner, told Bill Oram of The Oregonian that laying off 70 employees of the franchise last week was mainly due to overstaffing rather than frugality. Dundon said the organization had twice as many employees as the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes, another franchise he owns. “My experience is that less layers gives people more accountability and they do a better job,” Dundon said. “Then you know that you’re get…

Tom Dundon’s history may calm Portland concerns

Some Trail Blazers supporters remain uneasy about the arrival of new majority owner Tom Dundon, particularly after reports of cost-cutting moves following his purchase of the franchise. There have also been concerns among fans that Portland’s owner could eventually explore relocating the team out of Oregon. However, Bill Oram of The Oregonian spoke with several […] The post Tom Dundon’s history may calm Portland concerns appeared first on TalkBa…