Blazers' Splitter on Dundon reports: 'Trying to be a pro'

Key Points:

• Portland Trail Blazers interim head coach Tiago Splitter is focusing on professionalism and the team's first playoff appearance in five years amid reports of new owner Tom Dundon seeking outside coaching candidates.
• Splitter took over after Chauncey Billups' FBI arrest related to a federal investigation into a rigged poker scheme; he has led the team to a 42-40 record and the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.
• Despite discussions about a longer-term contract, Splitter's proposed salary was reportedly far below a standard NBA head coaching salary, and further talks were postponed until after the season.
• Owner Tom Dundon aims to run the franchise more efficiently, implementing cost-cutting measures such as not bringing two-way players on the road for the playoffs and reducing complimentary tickets for support staff.
• Splitter has advised players to avoid distractions from social media and media coverage to maintain focus on basketball during the playoff run.