The Trailblazers trade for shooting guard Petteri Kopenen
The Trailblazers traded guard Derrick Byars who was drafted in the 2nd round and sent some cash to the 76ers for the rights to shooting guard Petteri Koponen from Finland who was selected with the 30th pick in the first round. Kopenen played in 104 games in Finland and he averaged 7.8 points, 1.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.0 steals per game. Kopenen appears to be a decent shooter as he has hit 44.1% from the floor, 38.4% from three point range, and 79.5% from the free throw line. Kopenen will have the same problems that Rudy Fernandez will have in getting playing time as the Blazers are stocked with shooting guards.

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