Trail Blazers Media Day 2018: CJ McCollum

McCollum: Playing better defense in the playoffs is a point of emphasis.#RipCityhttps://t.co/ubNTF41ELp

— NBC Sports Northwest (@NBCSNorthwest) September 24, 2018

"We have to figure out how to adjust and lock in and address a team's playbook. Playing better defensively." - CJ McCollum on the biggest needs to address this season

— Danny Marang (@DMarang) September 24, 2018

CJ talking about what experiments Stotts will have this preseason, ways to generate easier shots, a lot of very similar themes here.

— Danny Marang (@DMarang) September 24, 2018

CJ on his focus this summer: "From a body standout finding ways to be stronger."

— Peter Sampson (@PeterSampson) September 24, 2018

"We stole a lot of games but we gave away a lot of games."- McCollum on last year's 49-win total.

— Danny Marang (@DMarang) September 24, 2018

CJ on why he wants to stay here: "I'm a loyal person...Portland took a chance on me...I bought a house here; I'd like to buy another one...I'd like to raise my kids here." #RipCity @RipCityRadio620

— Jay Allen (@PDXjay) September 24, 2018

"Naturally I'm a scorer, but just being aware of time, score, what sets were calling, but making the right pass 1 more time a game. Instead of taking the stepback at 18 feet, making the pass" - CJ on averaging 1.5 more assists per game

— Danny Marang (@DMarang) September 24, 2018

"I think have to average 1.5 half more assists, half less turnovers..." - CJ on what he needs to do to become an All-Star

— Danny Marang (@DMarang) September 24, 2018

McCollum: "I think Anfernee has a really bright future." Calls him the "Babyface Assassin"#RipCity https://t.co/ubNTF41ELp

— NBC Sports Northwest (@NBCSNorthwest) September 24, 2018

CJ McCollum on the regular season opener at home against the #LakeShow:

"It's a great chance to make an impression. You've got the attention of all basketball fans." #RipCity #NBAMediaDay

— AJ McCord (@AJ_McCord) September 24, 2018