Tom Dundon Defends Laying Off 70 Blazers Employees

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Tom Dundon Defends Laying Off 70 Blazers Employees

Dundon has defended his recent decision to fire 70 Blazers employees, framing it as a move to improve efficiency and output. "People are happier when they’re busy and productive. And more people just creates more problems, usually. I think Portland just had too many people," Dundon said. He added that he's treating the Blazers like any other business.

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Mitch Johnson Says Victor Wembanyama Needs to Take More Shots in WCF Game 6

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Stephon Castle Admits Spurs Were Missing Something in WCF Game 5

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