Nothing clams up the people in the Trail Blazers organization more than the subject of star forward Rasheed Wallace and his penchant for technical fouls.

For the first time since Wallace has been in Portland, it appears the organization is taking steps to help him mature into an all-around talent, physically and mentally.

Although no one will provide specifics, Whitsitt and new coach Maurice Cheeks have had one-on-one conversations with Wallace regarding his temper and on-court behavior.