Tom Dundon-led Trail Blazers reportedly lay off around 70 people during spring full of cost cutting
The Portland Trail Blazers have laid off approximately 70 employees as part of a cost-cutting initiative under new owner Tom Dundon. This restructuring has drawn attention due to Dundon's previous history of similar measures with the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes. The layoffs included notable figures such as longtime team reporter Casey Holdahl.
- ▪The layoffs occurred on Tuesday and were reported by multiple sources.
- ▪Dundon's ownership has faced scrutiny for its aggressive cost-cutting strategies.
- ▪Blazers president Dewayne Hankins described the layoffs as part of a plan to restructure the organization.
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