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The NBA has decided to suspend Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum for the season-opener for leaving the bench during a preseason game, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Here is a video of the moment: Here’s the NBA video on @CJMcCollum suspension. https://t.co/abByGT0hfC — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) October 14, 2017 During a game between the […]

Blowing past defenders and completing an ankle breaker when attacking the basket is not an easy move to pull off, even for NBA players. It usually takes a lot of speed or a wicked crossover to make a defender fall on the floor and leaves fans in awe of it. However, C.J. McCollum proved on […]

Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum has officially left Nike to join Li-Ning as their latest endorser. McCollum announced that he signed a multi-year contract with the Chinese sporting brand through Twitter. I'm excited to announce my new parternship with the Li-Ning family. With hard work.. Anything is possible pic.twitter.com/6KiVAEPwqB — CJ McCollum (@CJMcCollum) […]

C.J. McCollum could be the next player to leave Nike and sign with another shoe brand. The Portland Trail Blazers guard recently confirmed, via Jason Quick of NBC Sports, that he is currently in talks with Li Ning, as the Chinese brand is trying to sign him to become their latest endorser. “In negotiations,’’ McCollum […]

Charlotte Hornets guard Nicolas Batum sees a bit of Portland Trail Blazers star C.J. McCollum in Hornets rookie Malik Monk’s game, per the Charlotte Observer’s Rick Bonnell. “I got C.J. as a young guy,” Batum said of McCollum, who was the 10th overall pick in 2013 (Monk went 11th to the Hornets in June). “A […]

Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum knows better than most fans that the NBA is run by cold-hearted front offices which will not hesitate to put business above players’ feelings. In addition, NBA executives don’t also have very good timing. McCollum succinctly puts that into perspective in a tweet he sent out after the […]

With C.J. McCollum now playing for the Portland Trail Blazers, many may not know that he is an Ohio native, and grew up cheering for the professional sports teams representing Cleveland and the state; that also includes the NFL’s Cleveland Browns. Two weeks into the current NFL season, the AFC North team has dropped their […]

Following the shake from the controversial ESPN NBA Rankings for this upcoming season, C.J. McCollum; who has proven to be an aspiring journalist himself, took to Twitter to prompt the players ranking journalists on their different strengths, weaknesses, and more — the same way NBA players have through the years. Longtime journalist and Turner Sports personality […]

As journalists continue making articles where they rank players, Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum thinks it’s not fair that they do not have the chance to return the favor to them. He took to his Twitter account recently and made a very interesting suggestion that could get the attention of many should it […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are generally viewed as Damian Lillard’s team. Following the departures of LaMarcus Aldridge, Wesley Matthews and Nicolas Batum over the past few seasons, it was Lillard who was left behind in Portland, taking it upon himself to shoulder most of the responsibilities of leading the team. It was a blessing for […]

When he isn’t putting together his “Law & Order: C.J.’s Victims Unit” spoof videos, C.J. McCollum is putting some time on the court ahead of the new season. And based on an Instagram video of a pickup game posted by Chris Brickley which involved McCollum, it looks as if the Blazers star is ready for […]

C.J. McCollum recently took a shot at the Dallas Mavericks with a recent parody of the hit TV series “Law & Order.” He added his own twist to it by calling the “episode” as “C.J.’s Victims Unit,” which included Wesley Matthews, and the whole Mavs squad, when he hit a game-winner against them last season. […]

Blazers guard C.J. McCollum posted another one of his popular “Law & Order: CJ’s Victims Unit” videos on Twitter. McCollum posted one earlier this summer featuring the L.A. Clippers, specifically Austin Rivers. This current edition sees McCollum going to work on the Dallas Mavericks and Wes Matthews to drain a buzzer-beating jumper. He also weaves […]

In the wake of comedian Lil’ Duval taking an Olympic dive to the hardwood after All-Star John Wall took his ankles with him after balling out during LudaDay in Atlanta, Kevin Durant responded to a follower asking him who he thought had crossed him the best this past season. The Finals MVP bowed to C.J. McCollum, […]

CJ McCollum is apparently a big Kawhi Leonard admirer. A fan on Twitter recently posted his top five players in the world heading into the 2017-18 season and the Spurs superstar was not included among the five. best NBA players in the world going into 2017-20181. Kevin Durant 2. LeBron James 3. Steph Curry4. James […]

Even with all the uncertainties surrounding his future with the New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony has made a lot of headlines because of how he has kept in shape this offseason. Videos of him have gone viral recently, where his alter ego, “Hoodie Melo” has been seen playing in pickup games together with some of […]

James Harden sits atop the top 10 shooting guards list on NBA 2K18, the last of five released by 2K Sports on Wednesday. The Beard netted a rating of 95, closely followed by Jimmy Butler and Klay Thompson, who tied for a 90 rating in the new iteration. Harden was once again an MVP runner-up […]

You just don’t turn down a million dollars, let alone $17.5 million. But that’s exactly what free agent center Nerlens Noel just did, as the shot-block artist swatted away the Dallas Mavericks’ multi-million contract offer earlier this week. Whatever the reason that made Noel decide that that amount of money isn’t up to his par, […]

Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum has established himself as one of the premiere talents at the position and one of the most cerebral players in the league, but his sense of humor is definitely an underrated aspect of his persona. The witty two-guard recently posted a video of his play against the L.A. […]

Thanks to social media, Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum was able to capture a hilarious conversation he had with his driver on the way to the airport. McCollum uploaded on Instagram the video as his driver went off about Kevin Durant, the Warriors, Russell Westbrook, and much more. Here’s the full clip: https://www.instagram.com/p/BX8-y5rhBNG/ […]

C.J. McCollum is one of a few stars who have chosen to make poster dunks less of a priority as they’ve grown into their NBA careers. The always interactive Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard answered a fan’s question on Twitter, who brought up why he doesn’t dunk as often anymore? The Lehigh standout answered very […]

Evan Turner’s offseason plans might deviate a bit from the norm, as he plans to go to C.J. McCollum’s radio show and takes his crack at the mic for the first time. I plan on going on @CJMcCollum radio show this year. That'll be my first time on the mic WHOAAAAAAAA 😱😱😱 #pause — Evan […]

The Portland Blazers backcourt of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum have done a good job of recruiting New York Knicks star forward Carmelo Anthony, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, via colleague Ryen Russillo. “They’ve been on him,” said Wojnarowski of the constant efforts by the northwest tandem to bring him to Portland. The two guards […]

New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony and his hoodie have been inseparable from each other this summer. But there’s another tandem involving Anthony that has piqued the interest of the always rumor-thirsty basketball universe. And that’s Anthony and Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum, who teamed up in Academy Basketball’s “M7 Blackout Sessions” that was […]

NBA commissioner Adam Silver is widely considered to be one of the most, if not the most, open-minded authority figure that the league has ever had. He even went on record early in his tenure that sports betting is actually “good for business“. However, Silver is still adamant that the use of marijuana remains intolerable […]

It’s been a while since Seattle folks last saw an NBA basketball game played in their city. After the Seattle Supersonics relocated to Oklahoma City in 2008, Seattle’s sports fans have lobbied to get a team of their own again. Some nine years later, there seems to be a glimmer of hope with regards to their […]

Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum is one of the latest to join Banana Republic as one of the brand’s ambassadors along with fellow NBA star Kevin Love, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius. The four athletes will form the “Men’s Style Council” for the brand, one of many […]

Coming at the heels of Carmelo Anthony‘s ultimatum to the New York Knicks organization, asking to be traded for good, the Portland Trail Blazers have swooped in as a potential second team that could ensnare his services. Despite Anthony denying any interest in the Blazers prior to his request to be moved, the Rip City […]

C.J. McCollum hasn’t only been keeping his eyes on the free agent wire, but also making strides to avenge a first-round sweep at the hands of the Golden State Warriors — taking it upon himself to take his offseason workouts to the next level. The Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard was spotted doing an arsenal […]

Portland is a better fit for Carmelo Anthony than Houston or New York For months, Carmelo Anthony has had a home in NBA trade rumors. With the season a few months away, Carmelo being traded is becoming more likely. Of course, recent reports indicated that the New York Knicks would halt trade talks since they […]

Saturday, July 8 marks a new point in NBA history.  Houston Rockets star James Harden agreed to the most lucrative contract in league history by signing a four-year, $170 million extension which guarantees him a full $228 million through the 2022-23  season. Prior to this deal,  Warriors guard Steph Curry boasted of that honor by […]

Add Portland Trail Blazers backcourt of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum to the endless list of NBA talent that thinks Boston Celtics shooting guard Avery Bradley should have made the NBA’s All-Defensive team. Bradley was ways away from Second Team mention Danny Green of the San Antonio Spurs from making the cut at the off-guard position, garnering […]

Things have picked up drastically over the last few days concerning Paul George‘s future with the Indiana Pacers after he informed the organization over the weekend that he would hit the free agent market next summer. This has put him front and center in the trade rumor mill with several landing spots arising in the […]

Since the Golden State Warriors made the acquisition of Kevin Durant last summer, they have received the brunt of the criticism for unfairly putting a powerhouse team that has dominated the league. However, that is not an opinion shared by Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum regarding the formation of the Warriors as he stated […]

It has often been the case over the years that NBA players enter the league without a plan in place for once their playing days are finished. In light of that, Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum recently revealed via Instagram that he is taking some major steps toward stabilizing his post-NBA life by enrolling at Harvard […]

Rapper Joey Bada$$ dropped his latest single “Victory,” recently. And since the song, has a lot of lyrics relating to basketball, the Brooklyn rapper got NBA stars like Russell Westbrook, Devin Booker, Emmanuel Mudiay, and C.J. McCollum to star in the single’s music video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uixBJ97t8uk Maybe for his next song, Bada$$ will let Westbrook drop a few […]

After a rather quick exit from the playoffs, Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum is continuing his friendly pursuit of soon-to-be free agent swingman Paul George, who has been rumored to want out of Indiana after underachieving for several seasons. The Lehigh standout previously mentioned on Twitter that he would like George to join him in […]

C.J. McCollum is widely considered as one of the top rising stars of the NBA today. After winning the Most Improved Player award last season, he has followed it up with another solid campaign, which only increases his confidence. That said, the Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard recently claimed that nobody in the league can […]

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 […]