Cheap? 'Bad business'? New Blazers owner Tom Dundon on course for 'a wild ride'

At the time, it was the most important day of Tiago Splitter’s coaching career. The Portland Trail Blazers were playing the opening round of the Play-In Tournament against the Phoenix Suns. Win, and the Blazers were in the playoffs.But instead of worrying about defensive strategy, or his rotation, Splitter was worried about the team masseuse. By order of new owner Tom Dundon, all members of the Blazers’ traveling party — with the exception of players and coaches — had to check out of their hotel at 12:30 p.m. in an effort to avoid late-checkout fees.Advertisement