Blazers beat Jazz by trying something for the very first time

In most games this season, the Portland Trail Blazers won't have as much talent as their opponent. To win, they'll need to venture outside the ordinary, experiment with lineups and different player combinations trying to catch the other team off guard.

That's exactly what they tried on Monday night against the Utah Jazz, when they started the second half with a lineup they haven't even used in practice. Here's how it happened, per The Oregonian: 

Going small has its advantages, and the beauty of this particular lineup is it mitigates any potential defensive flaws. Davis and Aminu are undersized, but both know how to rebound and protect the paint. 

It'll be interesting to see how far this unit gets them during the regular season.