Chapter 10 Gap

Time swiftly moved to October 1989 in Salem, Oregon, about a 45-minute drive from Portland.

The Portland Trail Blazers had moved their training camp from the aircraft hangar-like gymnasium of Portland Community College to the picturesque Willamette University.

Located further from the city center, the place had complete facilities and scenic views. The coaching staff believed the new season should start anew, so they arranged the training venue here.

The rookie training camp took place before the preseason camp when summer had already passed, and the autumn wind had turned the leaves red.

The crisp autumn air made it a perfect time for training.

On the first day of the training camp, the weather was very nice, no rain, and both the temperature and humidity were very pleasant.

Peterlovic got up early, opened the window, and breathed in the fresh air outside, feeling quite excited.

The climate in Portland reminded him of his home in Croatia, chilly in autumn but comfortable.