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The Portland Trail Blazers have a talented young core and the assets to go after a big fish this offseason. The front office should be scouring both the trade and free agent markets to find the right player who could complete this young team’s core and help elevate the Blazers to credible contenders. Portland has […]

In a busy week that has seen a franchise icon sign with another team in free agency, the Golden State Warriors are making some additions to their coaching staff, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski: “The Golden State Warriors are planning to hire Terry Stotts as lead assistant coach and Jerry Stackhouse as an assistant, sources tell […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have exercised the 2024-25 team option on the contract of guard Dalano Banton, the team announced today. Acquired by the Blazers on Feb. 8, Banton appeared in 30 games for Portland during the 2023-24 season and averaged 16.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 0.9 steals in 29 minutes per game. […]

The New Orleans Pelicans just revamped their roster on Friday, acquiring guard Dejounte Murray from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Larry Nance, Dyson Daniels and a draft pick. But they could possibly still not be done, with Brandon Ingram still on the Pelicans’ roster after months of trade rumors. If New Orleans is looking […]

It was an eventful second day of the NBA Draft, and the Portland Trail Blazers were as active as any team in the second round, though they didn’t end up adding any players to their roster on Thursday. With a flurry of moves (that were difficult to track thanks to a sub-par broadcast and a […]

The Washington Wizards and Portland Trail Blazers kicked off the trade festivities on draft night when they struck an agreement on a deal that sent Deni Avdija to the pacific northwest in exchange for the 14th overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft (Carlton Carrington), Malcolm Brogdon, 2029 first-round pick, and two second round picks. […]

The Portland Trail Blazers came away with UConn big man Donovan Clingan in the first round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday night, and after the pick, general manager Joe Cronin spoke on the talent base he is trying to build, and Anfernee Simons name was not mentioned as a player the team is committed […]

The Portland Trail Blazers selected UConn center Donovan Clingan with the no. 7 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday, and to hear Portland GM Joe Cronin tell it, they got their man. The Blazers’ GM spoke to the media after the first day of the NBA Draft was completed, and he explained […]

Just hours ahead of the 2024 NBA Draft, the Portland Trail Blazers traded a piece that many expected to be dealt this offseason, sending veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon along with the 14th pick in Wednesday’s draft to the Washington Wizards for forward Deni Avdija. The Blazers also sent the second most favorable of their three […]

The Portland Trail Blazers got their man on Wednesday, selecting UConn center Donovan Clingan with the no. 7 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. The Blazers, along with several other teams in the top-10, fell in love with Clingan as they NBA Draft workout process played itself out. Clingan is already an […]

Just hours ahead of the 2024 NBA Draft, the Portland Trail Blazers have made a trade, sending veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon along with the 14th pick in Wednesday’s draft to the Washington Wizards for forward Deni Avdija, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Blazers are also sending a 2029 draft pick to the Wizards. Brogdon, a […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are one of the more intriguing teams in this week’s NBA Draft, owning four picks – including a pair of lottery selections. The Blazers are deep into a rebuild and have a variety of needs. While Portland could go in multiple directions on draft night, here are some last-minute bold predictions […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have filled two of their three open assistant coach positions, naming Nate Bjorkgren and Chris Fleming as assistant coaches on head coach Chauncey Billups’ staff. Last season, Bjorkgren served in a consultant role for the Blazers. Prior to that, he served an assistant coach with the Toronto Raptors (2021-23, 2018-2020) and was the […]

Zach Edey is one of the most intriguing prospects in recent memory. The Purdue product has emerged as one of the best players in college basketball over the past couple of years. However, he is not expected to be a top draft pick. So what is the latest on Edey’s draft case? Brett Siegel of […]

The Dallas Mavericks just made a run to the NBA Finals, and now they’re already looking at how they can improve to not just return to the Finals but win it all this time around. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving will continue to lead the way for the Mavs moving forward, but they could use […]

The Portland Trail Blazers find themselves in one of the most unique spots entering the 2024 NBA Draft. Due to the fact that they only won 21 games this past season, the Blazers secured the seventh overall pick in the draft. However, they gained an additional lottery pick with the 14th overall selection due to […]

The 2024 NBA Draft is bound to feature movement amongst teams to various different picks. Teams are always looking into trading up or down but this year, it’s tougher to tell who would be interested in doing so. With a draft class that’s more even than in years past and doesn’t have any elite prospects, […]

The 2024 NBA Draft is just two weeks away and the Portland Trail Blazers have the seventh and 14th pick in the first round. While this year’s draft is considered to be a bit of a crapshoot, there are some certainties for the Blazers. Here are three players that Portland must avoid in the 2024 […]

The 2024 NBA Draft is two weeks away. While this year’s class of players hasn’t been held in the highest regard compared to recent drafts, it’s still possible plenty of stars can emerge from this group. One player who can do so is UConn’s Donovan Clingan. After winning two consecutive National Championships with the Huskies, […]

With the NBA Draft Lottery complete, the Blazers are holding pair of lottery picks in this month’s NBA Draft. Portland owns the seventh and 14th picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. This year’s draft is considered to be a bit weak compared to recent years. There is certainly talent to be found, but there isn’t considered to […]

With the NBA Draft Lottery complete, the Blazers are holding pair of lottery picks in this month’s NBA Draft. Portland owns the seventh and 14th picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. This year’s draft is considered to be a bit of a downer compared to recent years. There is certainly talent to be found, but there isn’t considered to be […]

Jrue Holiday’s net worth in 2024 is $30 million. The former NBA champion has been with four teams in his NBA career and is looking to win another title in 2024 as the starting point guard for the Boston Celtics, the top seed overall that won the Eastern Conference. Let’s look at Jrue Holiday’s net […]

With the NBA Draft Lottery complete, the Blazers are holding pair of lottery picks in this month’s NBA Draft. Portland owns the seventh and 14th picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. This year’s draft is considered to be a bit of a downer compared to recent years. There is certainly talent to be found, but there isn’t […]

Former NBA vet Zach Randolph had a long and successful career in the association. On Tuesday, Randolph joined Paul George on the latest edition of Podcast P presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment, where he told a hilarious story involving Steve Kerr during his rookie season with the Portland Trail Blazers. “Man, Steve’s my man…great […]

With the NBA Draft Lottery complete, the Blazers walked away holding pair of lottery picks in this month’s NBA Draft. Portland holds the seventh and 14th picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. This year’s draft is considered to be a bit of a downer compared to recent years. There is certainly talent to be found, but […]

The NBA Draft is fast approaching, and that means that it’s rumor season in the NBA. One rumor has multiple teams interested in possibly trading up for star UConn center Donovan Clingan, per Jonathan Givony of ESPN: “There’s chatter around the league that teams such as Portland, Memphis and Chicago might look to move up […]

There isn’t much debate – if any – that San Antonio Spurs generational talent Victor Wembanyama will become the best player in the NBA. In fact, several of today’s elite players have talked about how he’ll end up as one of the game’s all-time greats. Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard has a slightly varied take […]

Before injuries cut his career short, Bill Walton was considered one of the most dominant and versatile centers of his generation. He was known for his laid-back demeanor and unconventional habits during his time with the Portland Trailblazers. One of those habits included riding a bike to every home game. He’d consistently average a double-double […]

Legends of the game are on borrowed time on the face of the planet but their impact is indelible. Bill Walton has certainly been a pillar of NBA and basketball history. He left his mark on the UCLA Bruins, Portland Trail Blazers, Boston Celtics, and the rest of the world. His untimely passing had many […]

Portland Trail Blazers legend and one of sports’ biggest personalities, Bill Walton, has passed away at the age of 71 after enduring a prolonged battle with cancer. The Blazers have released a statement on the passing of the man that led the team to their only NBA Championship in 1977: “Bill Walton was a true […]

We’re now less than a month away from the 2024 NBA Draft, with the event taking place on June 26-27. That means that speculation has begun regarding key players and where they will end up. One such player is former UConn center Donovan Clingan. Projected to be taken in the top-half of the NBA Draft […]

At the time of his death, Bill Walton’s net worth in 2024 was $20 million. The basketball legend with a colorful personality will never be forgotten, and although he played in an era of the NBA where players didn’t make nearly as much as superstars do now, Walton still did well for himself financially. In […]

With the NBA Draft Lottery complete, the Blazers walked away holding pair of lottery picks in next month’s NBA Draft. Portland holds the seventh and 14th picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. This year’s draft is considered to be a bit of a downer compared to recent years. There is certainly talent to be found, […]

The draft lottery did not do the Portland Trail Blazers many favors. Despite being tied with the Charlotte Hornets for the third-worst record in the NBA this season, Portland slipped in the first round. The Blazers wound up with the seventh overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. However, they should be able to nab […]

With the NBA Draft Lottery complete, the Blazers walked away holding pair of lottery picks in next month’s NBA Draft. Portland holds the seventh and 14th picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. This year’s draft is considered to be a bit of a downer compared to recent years. While there is talent to be found, there isn’t […]

The NBA released its 2024 All-Rookie team on Monday, which featured an standout group of rookies including Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, and Brandon Miller. But one name that was missing from the list was Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson. Here is a look at the teams: The 2023-24 Kia NBA All-Rookie First Team: Chet […]

With the NBA Draft Lottery complete, the Blazers walked away holding pair of lottery picks in next month’s NBA Draft. Portland holds the seventh and 14th picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. This year’s draft is considered to be a bit of a downer compared to recent years. While there is talent to be found, […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are facing an offseason of uncertainty after their 21-61 season wrapped in April. While the team’s win-loss record wasn’t necessarily unexpected, Portland now faces a summer where they have four draft picks and not enough roster space. With that, the team is certainly going to look at trades this offseason that […]

Deandre Ayton and the Portland Trail Blazers are coming off of a miserable 2023-24 campaign in which they won 21 games and finished last in the Western Conference. To make matters worse, they got a raw deal in the NBA Draft lottery and ended up with the seventh overall pick. So, if UConn big man […]