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Former NBA forward Channing Frye believes the Los Angeles Lakers will have no answer for Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum in a potential first-round playoff series. “Rondo going down is huge for the Lakers, because playoff Rondo, and everyone says it, and I’ve seen it, is a absolute different beast,” Frye said on the NBA […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard expressed his disgust on Twitter on Monday following reports of excessive force used by the police on the ongoing Portland protests. Tensions between protesters and law enforcement continue to escalate and Lillard was outraged by the news of how police are allegedly snatching people and putting them inside unmarked […]

There’s no question that Portland Trail Blazers superstar point guard Damian Lillard is one of the most well-known hip-hop artists who also happens to be a huge NBA icon. Lillard’s stage name of Dame D.O.L.L.A. is exceedingly well known, though his exploits as a star for the Blazers likely amasses more headlines for the 30-year-old. […]

Los Angeles Clippers veteran guard Patrick Beverley is known as one of the most intimidating perimeter defenders in the game. Despite his reputation though, Beverley opened up about the player he has had trouble defending in the NBA. Speaking with New Orleans Pelicans sharpshooter JJ Redick on his podcast, Beverley said Portland Trail Blazers superstar […]

When it comes to NBA rappers, Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard is definitely among the best. The Blazers point guard has become renowned for his skills on the mic, and recently, he released a song called “Home Team” that he says is one of his favorite tracks he has ever made. On Friday, he […]

Damian Lillard celebrated his 30th birthday with some decorations, music, and an impassioned NSFW speech in front of his Portland Trail Blazers teammates, making the occasion as memorable as it can get inside the Walt Disney World bubble. Lillard only had one request of his teammates — make this sacrifice count: “My only ask as […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard celebrated his 30th birthday on Wednesday inside the Disney World bubble, and he had a pretty strong message to all his teammates in attendance. Lillard was egged on by his Blazers teammates to make a speech, and his birthday wish was pretty epic: “Let’s not waste our f**king time […]

Portland Trail Blazers star guard Damian Lillard is a many of many talents. He’s known as the purveyor of Dame Time on the basketball court, and Dame D.O.L.L.A. when he releases new music. But now Lillard is exploring the world of gaming. He’s recently partnered up with VIZN Gaming, a Portland-based videogame startup company. Per […]

Quarantine birthdays have become a trend during the past four months of dire home confinement. Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard is yet another of the millions of people who have had to make the most of their quaran-birthday, but not without the help of running mate CJ McCollum. Lillard, who’s celebrating his 30th birthday […]

Damian Lillard said his goodbyes to his family as he prepared to join the rest of his Portland Trail Blazers teammates on the road to the Walt Disney World bubble. The point guard’s Instagram caption said it all, as he compared the closed confines of the NBA bubble to a prison bid: https://www.instagram.com/p/CCbi4qTAeFS/ The Blazers […]

The jersey statements that NBA superstars Damian Lillard and Chris Paul will have on the back of their uniforms during the Orlando games have been revealed. Other notable NBA players’ jersey statements have been disclosed as well. Thunder guard and @NBPA president Chris Paul will have “EQUALITY” on the back of his jersey during the […]

After Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard retweeted a video posted by ESPN producer Kayla Johnson on Monday of the seemingly horrid and unsanitary conditions of the “laundry room” at the facilities of the WNBA’s “bubble” at the IMG Academy Orlando, one of the WNBA’s own stars used the opportunity to call out NBA Players […]

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard often lets his game do the talking. His road to the NBA was unconventional, playing for a relatively smaller college in Weber State. The man has always had an enormous chip on his shoulder and plays like it as well. Lillard’s on-court success is motivated by a number of […]

There’s no question that Justin Simmons is one of the best safeties in the NFL. According to CBS analyst Bryant McFadden, the Denver Broncos star is basically the Damian Lillard of the league. “When I think about Justin Simmons, guys, he’s like the Damian Lillard of the NFL,” McFadden said on CBS Sports last week. “He’s […]

Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers are among the 22 teams scheduled to partake in the “bubble” games down in Orlando, Florida starting July 30. However, Lillard is concerned about the coronavirus entering and spreading inside the “bubble.” The Blazers star talked about that and some COVID-19 prevention plans with Portland reporters on Monday. […]

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard wants to put the rumors to rest: he didn’t demand a trade and it’s unlikely he will ever do. My stance ain’t changed. This is a result of a pandemic and lack of content lol. https://t.co/cPJp9wqZH3 — Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) July 4, 2020 In a recent article by Mark […]

It’s no secret that NBA players carry around some of the heftiest contracts in all of sports. Be that as it may, there are still a few players at the top of food chain bagging more money that other athletes can only dream of. Here, we take a look and salivate over the 10 biggest […]

Damian Lillard is no doubt the most important member of the Portland Trail Blazers. However, he knows that every player on the team is equally critical for the success of the franchise in the Orlando bubble restart. With that said, Dame confessed that losing Trevor Ariza is a huge blow to the team. To recall, […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar point guard Damian Lillard is not very confident players can adhere to the strict guidelines in Orlando, Florida once the 2019-20 season resumes at Walt Disney World. Players aren’t allowed to leave the Walt Disney campus during the “bubble” games, which are set to start on July 30. Lillard says he […]

A big reason why the Portland Trail Blazers signed Carmelo Anthony earlier this season was because their frontcourt was decimated by injuries. But with Jusuf Nurkic and Zach Collins expected back by the time things resume later this month, the Blazers’ frontline may suddenly feel crowded. However, that doesn’t mean Anthony’s playing time will be […]

Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers will head to Orlando as part of the 22 teams that will resume the suspended 2019-20 NBA season at the Walt Disney World. Nonetheless, it’s safe to say that it will be difficult for them to clinch the final playoff spot in the Western Conference. According to Lillard, […]

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard has been named the cover athlete for the popular video game NBA 2K21, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Lillard will succeed Anthony Davis, who donned this year’s cover. Everything is Dame 🌐 Introducing our Cover Athlete for Current Gen @Dame_Lillard #NBA2K21 Pre-orders begin July 2nd […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard is one of the few remaining guys in the NBA that puts an extremely high price on loyalty. He’s one of those lifers, and we definitely respect that. As of writing, Lillard has already signed a couple of huge extension deals with the Blazers, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, […]

Eight years ago, the Portland Trail Blazers selected Damian Lillard as their sixth overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. Lillard celebrated the moment by roasting his own throwback photo. Via Twitter, Lillard revealed that he was wearing fake earrings on draft night. I had fake earrings in lmao https://t.co/zVd5an4pa1 — Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) June […]

After a sluggish start as a franchise, the Portland Trail Blazers have been a consistent playoff contender throughout the years outside of a few stretches, resulting in a number of great moments. The Blazers won their one and only championship in 1977, and Damian Lillard is trying to get the franchise back to that level. […]

LeBron James’ eldest son, Bronny James, thinks Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard is the best point guard in the NBA. Lillard, upon seeing Bronny’s claim, took to Twitter to react. S/o Bronny https://t.co/TUb0LFmg6q — Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) June 25, 2020 Before the 2019-20 season was suspended in March, Lillard was averaging 28.9 points, 4.3 […]

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard took on a little pro wrestling banter, naming his Mount Rushmore of the sport. Former NBA player Tony Wroten Jr. introduced the topic to his Twitter timeline, with the Blazers point guard chiming in with his thoughts. His picks weren’t so shabby, going with mostly household names like “Stone […]

The Portland Trailblazers are already facing an uphill battle in trying to make the NBA Playoffs this year. Their odds aren’t getting any better with the news that Trevor Ariza will opt-out from playing once the NBA restarts in Orlando. Portland Trail Blazers forward Trevor Ariza is opting-out of participation in the NBA’s Orlando restart […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have been blessed with a chance to make one last run at the postseason before the 2019-20 season ends thanks to being one of the 22 teams invited for the restart at Walt Disney World in Orlando. However, they will have to navigate a series of questions upon taking the floor […]

Pat Connaughton of the Milwaukee Bucks pointed out one major similarity between his teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. The All-Star guard appreciated the comparison and gave Connaughton one big shout out. Via Twitter, Lillard thanked Connaughton, calling him by his nickname. For those unaware, Connaughton was a member of both […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have been one of the top contenders in the Western Conference in the past few seasons. However, according to the ever controversial LaVar Ball, he doesn’t see them winning an NBA championship any time soon. During an episode of the “Say Less” podcast, Ball expressed his belief that Portland dedicated too […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard has opened up about the recent movement of players not wanting to participate in the NBA bubble in Florida. Kyrie Irving and Dwight Howard are two of the biggest names that do not support the league’s plan to return to action amid the current social climate, which is something […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar point guard Damian Lillard is well aware of the risks he and the rest of his NBA brothers are taking by resuming the 2019-20 season at Walt Disney World. Just because the players are playing in a “bubble” doesn’t guarantee them immunity from COVID-19, especially since there are still a number […]

Portland Trail Blazers All-Star point guard Damian Lillard aka Dame D.O.L.L.A. just dropped the music video of his newest single, “Goat Spirit,” and it provides us, the viewers with an MTV Cribs-like tour of his amazing Portland home. Here’s the full music video posted by Lillard himself on his official Twitter account: https://twitter.com/Dame_Lillard/status/1272544395917553664 First off, […]

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard clapped back at an NBA fan suggesting he should be drug tested for saying his team could defeat the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs. Lillard refuted the idea with a rather sarcastic response, saying he should have simply said the Blazers “don’t have a chance” in the event […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar point guard Damian Lillard is not only one of the best basketball players in the NBA, but he’s also a very talented rapper. Lillard’s stage name of “Dame D.O.L.L.A.” is one of the best nicknames in the game right now. The Blazers star spoke to Lisa Robinson of Variety about the […]

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard is a big proponent of the Black Lives Matter movement that has taken center stage amid the ongoing protests, riots, and meaningful conversations happening to spark institutional change. The use of cameras and technology have greatly aided the exposure of racism and police brutality, but the Blazers point guard […]

Damian Lillard has cemented himself as the face of the Portland Trail Blazers’ franchise over the past decade, complete with a long-term deal that should keep him with the organization for years to come. But in an interview with Lisa Robinson of Vanity Fair, in which Lillard discusses myriad current social issues, the five-time All-Star […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar point guard Damian Lillard has never been afraid to go back at fans on Twitter and that trend continued on Tuesday. When a fan asked Lillard why he’s risking his health protesting after previously suggesting he didn’t want to play in meaningless games in Orlando, the Blazers star didn’t mince words: […]