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The Portland Trail Blazers backcourt of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum put on a fireworks show in the first half of Game 1 against the Golden State Warriors, scoring 48 of their team’s 56 points in the first half. A constant barrage of buckets had the two guards exchanging words with the Warriors’ best all-around […]

ESPN/ABC color commentator Mark Jackson sung high praise to his former player Draymond Green, who put up a gem of a Game 1 against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday afternoon. His emphatic block against a fearless Damian Lillard was one of two highlight reel plays at the defensive end that encouraged the longtime game-caller to […]

The Golden State Warriors hold the best chance to get through their matchup in the first round of the NBA playoffs, but no matter how much they’re favored, a now experienced veteran team knows better than to take the Portland Trail Blazers lightly. “Man, this the NBA,” Warriors forward Kevin Durant told ESPN’s Chris Haynes […]

Portland Trail Blazers point guard clarified his “Blazers in six” comment made Wednesday night in an interview with the CSN Northwest broadcaster, who asked him to choose between “Blazers (winning) in six or seven (games)” against the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs, choosing the former. “I was asked in six […]

Damian Lillard‘s forced, yet bold prediction of his Portland Trail Blazers winning their first-round matchup against the Golden State Warriors in six games, is actually quite far apart from what the numbers show. According to ESPN’s BPI metrics, Rip City has less than a 1 percent chance to come out of the series, making it […]

After an inconsistent first half of the season, the Portland Trail Blazers turned things around and were able to make the postseason. But the odds are stacked against Portland as it will face the Golden State Warriors, the best team in the league. Despite the Trails Blazers being the underdog, Damian Lillard is staying confident. When […]

According to multiple reports, Charlie Murphy, brother of comedian and actor Eddie Murphy and a star from Chappelle’s Show, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 57. Murphy had been dealing with health problems recently and passed away due to a battle with leukemia. Perhaps best known for his “Charlie Murphy’s True Hollywood Stories” segments on […]

After seeing Russell Westbrook make history on Monday, Damian Lillard was among a number of players who took to Twitter to congratulate the Oklahoma City Thunder guard for the feat he achieved. He gave Westbrook tons of credit by letting his followers know that his vote for MVP is on him. He then took a shot at […]

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard played a career game on Saturday during his team’s win against the Utah Jazz. He scored a career and franchise-high 59 points, including nine three-point shots, to go along with six rebounds, five assists, and one steal. However, the 26-year-old Weber State product is confident he can still […]

With the Golden State Warriors already set to face the Portland Trail Blazers in the playoffs, some of their players pointed out how they are not familiar with their opponents in the first round. Kevin Durant and Draymond Green agreed that the Blazers are a different squad now compared to the last time they played […]

Damian Lillard has been an a two-time All-Star, Rookie of the Year winner, and All-NBA second and third team member yet for the Blazers guard, leading Portland to the playoffs this season has been the “biggest accomplishment” of his career. From CSNNW’s Jason Quick: “Biggest accomplishment of my career,’’ team captain Damian Lillard said. “Lot of […]

Following Damian Lillard‘s 59-point explosion against the Utah Jazz on Saturday night, the NBA has now seen 10 different players reach the 50-point mark this season — the most ever in a season in NBA history. This season’s 50-point games are as follows: Devin Booker (PHO): 70 points @ Boston Celtics (03/24/17) -L- Klay Thompson […]

Damian Lillard made history last night scoring a Portland Trail Blazers franchise record 59 points in a 101-86 victory over the Utah Jazz. Before the game, he made an interesting decision regarding the uniforms the Blazers would wear. Via NBA.com: “I saw a picture of Terry Porter and that whole group on Instagram and they […]

Change is sometimes good but we don’t see it much in this type of case. Jerry West made some headlines yesterday mentioning that he wishes no one knew that he was the logo for the NBA. The logo is very iconic and West’s legacy is tied to his representation in the logo somewhat. If the […]

Damian Lillard is a fierce competitor on the court and has made a name for himself as someone who always gives his best effort night in and night out. During their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday, the Portland Trail Blazers point guard showed once again that he is willing to sacrifice his body […]

The NBA MVP has always been awarded to individuals that had stellar seasons since it was first implemented in the 1955-56 season. This year’s race to the Maurice Podoloff Trophy has been so tight, that some have suggested it be awarded to two players. The chance of that happening is unlikely, but Portland Trail Blazers guard […]

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard is continuing the incredible start he’s having to his NBA career. By finishing their game against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday with 19 points, six rebounds, seven assists, and three steals, the 26-year-old Weber State product was able to reach the 1,500 points and 400 assists plateau once again for the […]

Following the New Orleans Pelicans‘ 25-point beatdown of the Denver Nuggets, it looks like it might have been the result of a little friendly gamesmanship with Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard. The Rip City star reportedly texted Anthony Davis and former teammate Tim Frazier, asking them both to beat the Nuggets on the road […]

Devin Booker‘s 70 points against the Boston Celtics put the basketball world on notice last night. If fans hadn’t had the chance to know who this kid is or didn’t get to watch many Phoenix Suns games because of their lack of nationally televised games, they’ve now likely watched minutes-worth of highlight reels of his […]

The Portland Trail Blazers took a tough 93-90 loss against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night, but not before Damian Lillard took John Henson‘s ankles for ransom with a nasty behind-the-back dribble that nearly ended in a faceplant by the big man. Lillard drove left, then craftily changed hands in a shifty motion, going behind his […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are currently at the bottom of the NBA’s defensive ranking, and one of their biggest issues is their inability to protect the inside. They desperately need help on the inside if they plan on competing in the playoffs, and they have their sights set on Phoenix Suns center, Tyson Chandler. There […]

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard is set to make his return to the hardwood tonight against the Los Angeles Lakers after a five-game absence while he dealt with a sprained left ankle, according to ESPN’s Chris Haynes. The Blazers have scuffed without Lillard, going 2-3 through a tough stretch that saw him playing […]

There have been plenty of unfavorable comments coming from former NBA Coach George Karl in his new book, “Furious George”. He has taken shots at players such as Carmelo Anthony, Rudy Gay, Kenyon Martin, and Damian Lillard. Excerpts from his book sparked several reactions from around the NBA in response to quotes in the book. […]

George Karl‘s soon-to-be-released book, “Furious George” is continuing to be a source of a lot of controversy after his rant against players who were under his mentorship in the past. However, his negative comments now include players who have never played for him, like Portland Trail Blazers star guard Damian Lillard. The former NBA head […]

The biggest blowout of the NBA season occurred Saturday night. The Portland Trail Blazers never had a chance against the mighty Golden State Warriors, losing 135-90 in a wire-to-wire beatdown. Point guard Damian Lillard had some choice words after the disappointing defeat. Via ESPN: Damian Lillard didn’t mince words in criticizing his team, telling ESPN […]

Russell Westbrook allowed frustration to get the best of him during Tuesday night’s matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers. Ironically, he never received any technicals for his offenses. Westbrook refused to help his team on defense after he felt the officials missed a call. That was the beginning of his rather tame meltdown, which was […]

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard was effusively appreciative of his head coach Terry Stotts, as he shared an Instagram post wishing him happy birthday with a caption explaining his road through the NBA. https://www.instagram.com/p/BNPTF46B3iU/ The 59-year-old coach has had the ultimate confidence in his young point guard, keeping him as his number one option […]

Inspired by a Joe Budden list where he rates rappers’ bars from one through five, Los Angeles Lakers forward Metta World Peace has come up with his own list of rapper-athletes, which might shock a few in the scene. https://twitter.com/MettaWorldPeace/status/801110361583689728 World Peace, of course, is a rapper of his own, following his motto “Rapper by day, […]

Now playing in his second year in the NBA, Phoenix Suns shooter Devin Booker has already tested his mettle against James Harden, Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, Russell Westbrook, and the best guards in the league. However, when asked who he thinks has been the toughest matchup for him is, Booker gave a surprising answer. “Sheesh. There’s a lot. I’ll say… Dame [Damian Lillard] […]

The Portland Trail Blazers took yet another loss in the ruthless Western Conference, falling well short of the reinvigorated Houston Rockets 126-109 on Thursday night. The team was picking up steam after a couple of victories against the Sacramento Kings and the Denver Nuggets, but have recently been blown out by the Chicago Bulls and […]

After only 20 days of action into the young NBA season, the association seems to have taken a turn to favor volume scorers, so much that for the first time in history, there are five players who have scored 300-plus points after their first 10 games of the season. We’ll break them down for you […]

Upon the recent presidential election results, cities like Oakland, Seattle and Portland, among others, have started civil protests in spite of President-elect Donald Trump. Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard shared his candid thoughts on the local protests, which have not only seen highways I-5 and I-84 surrounded by protesters, but have been accompanied […]

It never stops being Damian Lillard time on the Trail Blazers clock. That includes practices as well, apparently, as Dame became the locker room hero after swishing a half-court jumper with the greatest of ease. Head coach Terry Stotts gave the team a chance to have a non-contact practice if someone could make a half-court […]

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard and Golden State Warriors MVP Stephen Curry have common traits as NBA point guards coming into the league from small schools. Both players love shooting from deep, chewing on their mouth pieces, and crossing over defenders. They wreak havoc on defenses when they put the ball on the floor, […]

Draymond Green doesn’t need the last word, he just enjoys having someone to go out there and prove wrong, game after game. This time it’s Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard, who made the observation that the Golden State Warriors defense isn’t the same and that they badly miss Andrew Bogut‘s rim defense and […]

A day before their game against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night, Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard was asked what he thinks about the Dubs’ new lineup, after adding former MVP Kevin Durant and now with a new-look bench. Lillard talked about the Warriors’ defense by recalling their preseason matchup and based it on the observations he’s had while […]

Portland Trail Blazers‘ superstar point guard Damian Lillard announced last week the release of his debut album with the title, “The Letter O.” Some of the artists that will be featured in the record are Lil Wayne, Jamie Foxx, Juvenile, Adrian Marcel, Marsha Ambrosius, and Raphael Saadiq. But now, Lillard will be forced to remove one of them […]

Two floaters by the two best players the Portland Trail Blazers had to offer and a bank of lights going out at the venue was all it took for Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum to come away with a 115-113 overtime win against the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets led 90-85 in the fourth quarter when a bank of lights […]

Damian Lillard keeps finding ways to make his case for an MVP season, this time, nailing a feathery-smooth floater over Kenneth Faried with 0.3 seconds left on the clock to give his Portland Trail Blazers a 115-113 overtime win against the Denver Nuggets. Lillard took control late and sized up Faried far from the three-point line, […]