Damian Lillard’s transition from Weber State to the NBA was overwhelming.
Not for him, as is becoming apparent by his status as one of the league’s top 10 scorers. But for Weber State coach Randy Rahe, there was a moment when it all hit home in an emotional way.
Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers visited EnergySolutions Arena for a preseason game against the Jazz in October, and Rahe stood on the sideline during warmups, reliving Lillard’s journey from Ogden to the NBA.
"I almost broke down," Rahe said recently. "No kid in the NBA has worked harder to be where he is. I know that for a fact."
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