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The Houston Rockets invested heavily into Fred VanVleet during the 2023 offseason. Houston gave the point guard a three-year, $128 million deal in a move that was meant to turn the Rockets from a rebuilding team into a championship-contending one. The signing did just that, as the Rockets finished the 2024-25 regular season as the […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers saw their 2024-25 season come to an abrupt end earlier this week, falling to the Indiana Pacers in five games in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Despite a 64-win regular-season campaign, the second-best mark in franchise history, and a 16-game win streak, the Cavaliers failed to advance to the Eastern […]

For the Portland Trail Blazers, the 2025 NBA Draft is not about a franchise-altering move. It’s about trajectory. It’s about maintaining momentum in a rebuild that finally feels like it has a pulse. This should be about finding the right fit for a locker room that, for the first time in years, seems unified in […]

Nike co-founder Phil Knight has ruled out any interest in purchasing the Portland Trail Blazers, ending years of speculation linking the Oregon native to the franchise. Knight issued a definitive statement this week to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic, following the news that the Blazers are officially up for sale. “Five years ago, when I […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to explore trade opportunities involving center Deandre Ayton and forward Jerami Grant this offseason, according to NBA insider Brett Siegel. The potential moves signal a continued reshaping of Portland’s roster following a 36-46 finish to the 2024-25 season, a 15-win improvement from the year prior. The team is currently […]

The Portland Trail Blazers recently wrapped up a 2024-25 season that saw them perform perhaps slightly above expectations but still miss out on the NBA playoffs. The team rewarded head coach Chauncey Billups with a new contract extension earlier this offseason. Now, more changes are on the horizon for the Blazers, starting at the very […]

The Orlando Magic’s season ended in the first round of the NBA playoffs for the second consecutive season, and that likely means Orlando will take a swing this offseason. While the Magic have proved to be a tough team to beat over the past two years, they have notably lacked creation and shooting in the […]

The Portland Trail Blazers recently finished up a 2024-25 season that saw them perform perhaps slightly above expectations, though they still didn’t secure a postseason spot in the vaunted Western Conference. The team signaled its commitment to the current regime by extending head coach Chauncey Billups‘ contract at the end of the season. However, that […]

Will Barton, who began his NBA career playing alongside Damian Lillard and played the bulk of his career alongside Nikola Jokic on the Denver Nuggets, announced his official retirement today. Barton last played in the NBA for the Toronto Raptors in 2023 and had since competed overseas and most recently in Puerto Rico. The former […]

The NBA trade deadline can be a tough time for players, and for Portland Trail Blazers guard Sidy Cissoko, it was more like a whirlwind. Amid his second season with the San Antonio Spurs, he was traded to the Sacramento Kings as part of the De’Aaron Fox blockbuster trade that also involved the Chicago Bulls. […]

The Sacramento Kings may be headed for a significant reset following their early exit from the 2025 NBA Play-In Tournament. After falling to the Dallas Mavericks, the team parted ways with general manager Monte McNair. In a quick turnaround, former New York Knicks executive Scott Perry was brought in to take the reins. Despite the […]

The Portland Trail Blazers may not quite be at the level required yet to be a playoff team in the Western Conference, but they have been making steady progress over the past few seasons. In fact, they won 36 games in the 2024-25 season, their best mark over the past four seasons. And there’s plenty […]

The Portland Trail Blazers had a strong finish to the second half of the season, and it resulted in head coach Chauncey Billups receiving a contract extension. Since January, the Blazers played at a .550 win pace. A big part of the Blazers turnaround was the All-Star level play of Deni Avdija this season. Following […]

Chauncey Billups’ net worth in 2025 is $35 million. Billups is a basketball coach who currently serves as the head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers. Before his coaching days, Billups was also a former NBA player. As a player, he is a five-time All-Star, a three-time All-NBA player, an NBA champion, and a Finals […]

Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups has agreed on a multiyear contract extension, the team confirmed Sunday morning. ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported the extension, and NBA insider Chris Haynes reports the deal includes Billups’ option being picked up for next season plus two more years tacked on through 2027-28. “The core of Chauncey’s […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will travel to Oregon to face the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center. It will be the final regular-season game as we continue our NBA odds series with a Lakers-Trail Blazers prediction and pick. The Lakers lead the head-to-head series 133-114. Ultimately, the Lakers have won six games in a row […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Golden State Warriors and the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Warriors-Trail Blazers prediction and pick. The Golden State Warriors (47-33) visit the Portland Trail Blazers (35-45) on Friday night at the Moda Center in […]

Portland Trail Blazers guard Deni Avdija has been on a tear recently, creating a divide among Washington Wizards fans. Some regret trading the 24-year-old for the 2024 No. 14 overall pick (Bub Carrington) and Malcolm Brogdon last off-season, while others are happy with the move. “I appreciate the recent moves by the Wizards front office, […]

When the Portland Trail Blazers and Chauncey Billups had interest in a reunion, the franchise felt the same way about their general manager, Joe Cronin. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Cronin and the Trail Blazers agreed to a multi-year contract. Compared to last season, the team has 14 more wins, and are sitting at 35-44 […]

CHICAGO- The Chicago Bulls picked up a big win at home on Friday night over the Portland Trail Blazers, and Chicago is now back in ninth place in the Eastern Conference. Rookie Matas Buzelis picked a great game for his first career double-double as a late three helped lift the Bulls to a 118-113 win, […]

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is trending toward a return to action Friday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, according to K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network. Ball participated fully in the team’s shootaround and, barring any setbacks, could be cleared to play for the first time in over a month. Johnson reported that Ball […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Chicago Bulls on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Trail Blazers-Bulls prediction and pick. The Chicago Bulls host the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday in a matchup of two teams fighting to salvage pride […]

The Toronto Raptors will host the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday at Scotiabank Arena. Scottie Barnes is questionable on the team’s injury report due to an MCP joint contusion in his right hand. Here’s everything we know about Barnes’ injury and playing status vs. the Trail Blazers. *Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (Get Access […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Trail Blazers-Hawks prediction and pick. The Portland Trail Blazers (32-43) visit the Atlanta Hawks (36-38) on Tuesday, April 1, in a battle of teams seeking […]

We’re back with another slate of NBA action as the Regular Season draws to a close. This betting prediction and pick takes shape in this upcoming cross-conference tilt as the Portland Trail Blazers (32-42) will visit the New York Knicks (46-27). New York leads the series 1-0. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Trail Blazers-Knicks […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have been more competitive during the 2024-25 season than many people expected, which bodes well for their future as their young core matures. But it looks like the Blazers have some serious roster decisions to make as they navigate the tricky jump between being an exciting young team and being a […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers hit the road to take on the Portland Trail Blazers Tuesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Cavaliers-Trail Blazers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Cavaliers-Trail Blazers NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Cavaliers-Trail Blazers […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers may have ended their season-worst losing streak with a resounding win over the Utah Jazz, but their road trip isn’t over yet—and neither are their challenges. As the Cavs prepare for their final game of the swing against the Portland Trail Blazers, they’ll have to do it without their best player, Donovan […]

The Denver Nuggets suffered their second consecutive blowout loss on Friday night, falling 128-109 to the Portland Trail Blazers in a game that left head coach Michael Malone fuming. “Yeah, that was embarrassing. That was just a joke. Who are we kidding?” Malone said with an exasperated tone. “Eleven games to go and that’s the […]

The Denver Nuggets will visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday at Moda Center. Nikola Jokic has been ruled out for the matchup with a left ankle impingement, while Jamal Murray is questionable with a right ankle sprain. Here’s everything we know about both players’ injuries and playing statuses vs. the Trail Blazers. *Watch NBA […]

The Denver Nuggets will battle the Portland Trail Blazers in a Northwest Division showdown on Friday. It will be a mashup at the Moda Center as we continue our NBA odds series and make a Nuggets-Trail Blazers prediction and pick. The Trail Blazers lead the head-to-head series 103-99. However, the Nuggets are 8-2 in the past […]

When the Boston Celtics traded Robert Williams III in the deal that got them Jrue Holiday in October of 2023, the center/power forward was supposed to instantly become a key member of the new-look Portland Trail Blazers. Instead, he has played 26 total games for the franchise. Injuries continue to define his career, with Williams’ […]

The Washington Wizards are across the country to take on the Portland Trail Blazers Monday night. Below we will continue our NBA odds series with a Wizards-Trail Blazers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Wizards-Trail Blazers NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Wizards-Trail […]

Maurice Cheeks is a Hall of Fame point guard, NBA champion and former head coach, but some people actually best know him for a moment that has nothing to do with basketball. During the opening round of the 2003 NBA playoffs, the then-Trail Blazers HC rushed over to encourage and help a 13-year-old national anthem […]

The Portland Trail Blazers were not able to walk away with the win against the New York Knicks and give credit to Mikal Bridges for hitting the shot to send them home. It was a perfect play for Bridges, as Josh Hart set a screen for him and got Donovan Clingan matched up on him. […]

The Portland Trail Blazers 2024-25 campaign has been all about developing their young talent, and while they aren’t a playoff contender, they have held their own to this point, posting a 28-38 record so far this season. And for their Wednesday night contest with the New York Knicks, it looks like they are set to […]

The New York Knicks are across the country to take on the Portland Trail Blazers Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Knicks-Trail Blazers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Knicks-Trail Blazers NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: […]

The Portland Trail Blazers dropped their fourth consecutive game, falling 130-120 to the Golden State Warriors on Monday night at Chase Center. With the loss, the Trail Blazers dropped to 28-38 on the season, now five games behind the Dallas Mavericks (33-33) for the final play-in spot in the Western Conference. Despite the defeat, Deni […]

The Portland Trail Blazers appear to have interest in keeping head coach Chauncey Billups for the long term. NBA insider Marc Stein published a piece about trade rumbles and coaching chatter, featuring a section about the Trail Blazers. The team initially struggled with Billups at the helm, but the 2024-25 season has seen them make […]