TRAIL BLAZERS RUMORS & GOSSIP
Brandon Roy on the comeback trail?
Former Portland Trail Blazers point guard Brandon Roy’s swift departure from the NBA was not unforeseeable but it was rather abrupt. He obviously had his injury problems that plagued him for his entire career but any player that retires from professional sports early is going to face questions about a possible return.
Roy is no exception.
He’s been working out and staying in...
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An open letter to Portland Trail Blazers owner Paul Allen
Dear Mr. Allen,
First off, I would like to congratulate you on your recovery from leukemia. You are a survivor and the fight that you have shown in the face of adversity is a trait to be admired and is an inspiration to those that feel they are taking a lonely walk towards the valley of death.
The letter that you wrote a few days ago to the public was nice to see. It was cute actually...
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Greg Oden disappointed Portland fans on, off the court
Greg Oden’s game never lived up to the expectations he encountered in Portland, but his play on the court isn’t what most fans should be disappointed with as the team moves past the Greg Oden era of Trail Blazers basketball. In 2007, when the Blazers selected Oden with the overall No. 1 pick in the [...]
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Brandon Roy isn't ruling out an NBA comeback
Ben Golliver at Blazers Edge chronicled Brandon Roy's recent comments regarding a possible comeback this week, and I can't help but read those soundbytes and hope for the best. Unfortunately, with respect to a return to the game he once played as well as anybody in the League, I fear the worst for Brandon. I'm not sure a comeback is possible at this point, but Roy did...
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Greg Oden Admits To Drinking Problem, Plans to Skip Next Year of Playing Basketball
Greg Oden has had a rough couple of years. Looking to return this year and make an impact for the Portland Trail Blazers, it was announced had to go under another surgery for his knee.These past five years have been tough on the 24-year-old. Oden recalls that he became an alcoholic for some time to deal with the struggles.He tells Grantland:That's because it wasn't an NBA...
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Batum: Spurs are an option next season
The Portland Trail Blazers' season is over and Nicolas Batum is trying to figure out where he will play next. He is a restricted free agent this summer and it had been reported San Antonio is interested in his services.
In an interview with French site Basket Session, Batum affirmed his desire to join the Spurs next season but also stated he will look at other teams as well...
Via Project Spurs
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CENTER OF ATTENTION
Oden opens up about last few years
Greg Oden revealed just how tough things have been for him on and off the court since he came to the NBA in an interview with former college teammate Mark Titus.
Via Los That Sports Blog
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Oden discusses 'alcoholic' past; won't play in 2012-13
Former No. 1 overall pick Greg Oden opened up about alcohol abuse and told Grantland.com that he intends to sit out the 2012-13 season. Drafted in 2007, Oden has played in just 82 NBA games in five years with the Portland Trail Blazers, and hasn't appeared in a game since Dec. 2009. He's had five knee surgeries during his time in Portland, who released him in March. Oden...
Via Pro Sports Daily
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Paul Allen: Trail Blazers not for sale
Paul Allen insists he's not going to sell the Portland Trail Blazers, but says this season is the most disappointing he's had in 24 years as the team's owner.
The billionaire co-founder of Microsoft has posted an open letter to fans on the Blazers' team website. He reiterates what he's said all season long, that the team is not for sale. He says he has not received...
Via AP on Fox
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6 days ago
Bellybuster Part 11: One Swift Stroke
Eleventh in a series of installments documenting my failed political ambitions, my warped sensibilities, and my Portland Trail Blazers.
Ah yes, the Ides of March: they came and went, and by the silhouette of Great Caesar’s Ghost, the Trail Blazers were mired in a depressing, bloated funk. The sunny optimism of the early season's 7-2 start had quickly been chipped away with...
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Blazers 2012/13 Roster Decisions
Put your Trail Blazers general manager hat on and have a look at these numbers.
Does it help you decide who should stay and who should go now in RIP City?
Joel Przybilla
Position: C
Height: 7-1
NBA experience: 12 Years
2011-12 salary: $654,281
Contract status: Przybilla signed with the Blazers on Feb. 27 for the remainder of the season; he will become an unrestricted...
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The Jamal Crawford debate
The 2010 Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford chose in the offseason (right before the season started to go to RIP City and play for the Blazers because of, according to Crawford, the proximity to his hometown of Seattle.
Now what?
In my opinion I hope he comes back. He can be a leader on this team everyone knows that. If Seattle gets a team (from Sacramento though) you know...
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Top 5 Portland Trail Blazers of all-time
The Portland Trail Blazers have been around since 1970 when they became an expansion team. Since then some of the NBA’s greatest talents have called Rip City home and donned the Blazer Uniform. Here are the top 5 Portland Trail Blazers of all-time. 5. Brandon Roy (The Natural)- Even though he only played for five seasons
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SNAKE BITTEN?
Camby: Blazers believe in curse
Some people say the Blazers are cursed because of the injuries they have suffered through the years. Marcus Camby says some of the team's players agree.
Via Just Sports And Just Us
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AIR TIME
J.J. Hickson dunks on DeAndre Jordan
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You’ve heard this story before, a posterizing dunk at the Staples Center. Who did Blake get this time? Answer: Nobody. This time the pleasure went to the road team, as JJ Hickson threw down an INSANE dunk over Blake’s buddy DeAndre Jordan. Just…just watch. Technorati Tags: DeAndre Jordan, JJ Hickson
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March 30, 2012
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March 30, 2012
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