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Adam Silver Provides Skeptic Response to Trail Blazers’ Uncertain Future in Portland: 'There Are Several Open Issues'

Portland locals might have reason to worry about their beloved sports franchise after NBA Commissioner Adam Silver raised the alarm bells. He addressed the long-term future of the Trail Blazers in Las Vegas on Tuesday evening following the league’s annual Board of Governors meetings.

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Trail Blazers’ Final Summer League Game Scheduled

The NBA has released the final schedule of games for the 2026 Summer League tournament in Las Vegas. Each team plays four pre-scheduled games followed by a fifth based on their finish in the standings.

Adam Silver News / Blazer's Edge / July 15

Silver: Goal is Blazers Stay in Portland, But ‘Open Issues’ Remain

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver spoke briefly about the Trail Blazers’ future in Portland during a press conference Tuesday at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.

Tiago Splitter News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 14

Tiago Splitter set to name 3 additions to coaching staff

Chicago Bulls’ head coach Tiago Splitter’s hint that new changes would be made to the coaching staff came to fruition. On Tuesday, it was reported that Splitter will bring on three new assistant coaches, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

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How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

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Damian Lillard News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game in 10 different seasons can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / July 14

Can Damian Lillard and Ja Morant Start Together for the Blazers?

The Portland Trail Blazers will feature 14-15 players on the roster in the 2026-27 season. But no two will be bigger than Damian Lillard and Ja Morant.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / July 12

Yang Hansen Ruled Out for Summer League Game vs Magic

Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen has been ruled out for today’s NBA Summer League contest against the Orlando Magic due to an illness, the organization announced on social media.

Ja Morant News / HITC / July 11

Why Ja Morant wasn’t allowed to wear number 12 at the Portland Trail Blazers

Ja Morant has always been synonymous with wearing the number 12 shirt but he has adopted a new one at the Portland Trail Blazers. Morant has been assigned the number 12 jersey after they acquired the two-time NBA All-Star in a trade deal from the Memphis Grizzlies.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / July 11

Trey Murphy III would be an Ideal Addition for these Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers roster for the 2026-27 season might now be complete with 14 players contracted, assuming contracts for Vit Krejci, Sidy Cissoko, and newcomer Micah Potter are guaranteed.

Yang Hansen News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 11

The Good, Bad and Ugly From Yang Hansen's Blazers Summer League Debut

Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen is the main player to watch for the team during their run at the Las Vegas Summer League. All eyes were on him in the Blazers' 81-79 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday night in Las Vegas.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Damian Lillard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 8

Damian Lillard already putting in ‘Dame Time’ work amid injury rehab

The time will soon come when NBA and Portland Trail Blazers fans will see superstar point guard Damian Lillard in action again. For now, they can just watch the nine-time NBA All-Star go down to work in the offseason, as he continues to prepare his body for a highly anticipated comeback from injury.

Jrue Holiday News / AirJordanChronicles / July 7

'He don’t need to be in that locker room': Robert Horry Sounds Off on Jrue Holiday’s Future With Portland

Ja Morant’s trade has given the Portland Trail Blazers a significant upgrade. However, according to former LA Lakers player Robert Horry, it is a cue for Blazers’ veteran guard Jrue Holiday to look for his next home.

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Jay Triano News / Hoops Rumors / July 7

Trail Blazers To Hire Jay Triano As Assistant Coach

The Trail Blazers plan to hire longtime NBA coach Jay Triano as an assistant on new head coach Micah Nori‘s staff, reports NBA insider Chris Haynes (via Twitter).

Damian Lillard News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Damian Lillard is having a notable reunion

The Portland Trail Blazers are laying out the red carpet for Damian Lillard’s return from injury next season. Portland is hiring longtime NBA assistant coach Jay Triano to join their coaching staff, veteran NBA writer Chris Haynes reported on Monday.

Caleb Love News / Hoops Rumors / July 3

Caleb Love Joining Sixers On Two-Way Deal

The Sixers have reached a two-way agreement with Caleb Love, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). The 24-year-old shooting guard signed a two-way contract with Portland last summer after five collegiate seasons, three at North Carolina and two at Arizona.

Robert Williams News / Field Level Media / June 30

Report: Blazers C Robert Williams III agrees to 3-year extension

Center Robert Williams III has agreed to sign a three-year, $44 million contract extension to return to the Portland Trail Blazers. LIFT Sports Management told ESPN of the extension, which extends through the 2028-29 season.

Portland Trail Blazers News / EssentiallySports / June 30

Controversial Blazers Owner’s ‘Deep’ Negotiations Over Arena Deal Risks Franchise’s 31-Year Roots in Portland, Per Native Columnist

The Portland Trail Blazers could leave the city altogether as the franchise faces an uncertain future. City officials are debating a proposed $600 million public renovation of the Moda Center, and owner Tom Dundon faces pressure to pay under the team’s existing lease.

Portland Trail Blazers News / HITC / June 30

Portland Trail Blazers working on new arena deal to move to a new city amid $600m renovation row

As frustrations between the city of Portland and Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon continue, the owner could be looking to take his franchise to a new city.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

Trail Blazers create logjam at point guard with Ja Morant trade

The Portland Trail Blazers are taking a gamble that Ja Morant can return to form with their team. They've also added a fourth pricey point guard to their roster.

There's a front-runner to trade for Celtics' Jaylen Brown

Hornets continue to rebuild team by trading with Suns

Draymond Green adds fuel to LeBron James-to-Warriors noise

Warriors are going all-in on reverse youth movement

Why Warriors' reported plan for new 'super team' won't work

Kawhi Leonard will reportedly only consider signing extension with one suitor

Jaylen Brown News / Yardbarker / June 29

There's a front-runner to trade for Celtics' Jaylen Brown

For years, Brown has been the odd man out in trade rumors.

Jaylen Brown responds to outrageous analytics claim

Jaylen Brown is reportedly ‘acting done’ with the Celtics

Rival executives increasingly expect Jaylen Brown to be traded

The '2nd scorer by NBA champion' quiz

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / June 28

Trail Blazers To Hire Mike Williams As Assistant Coach

The Trail Blazers have begun the process of filling out the coaching staff around first-time head coach Micah Nori. The first move they are making is to bring in Mike Williams as an assistant coach, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (Twitter link).

Jaylen Brown News / Yardbarker / June 26

Is Jaylen Brown likely to end up in the Western Conference?

As much as the Celtics can also keep him, someone might be willing to offer a king's ransom.

Celtics set ridiculous asking price in Jaylen Brown trade talks

Jaylen Brown has taken a firm stance about his Celtics future

Why the Celtics have to keep Jaylen Brown at this point

The '2nd scorer by NBA champion' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24

J.B. Bickerstaff rips Blazers over controversial HC decision

J.B. Bickerstaff rips Trail Blazers over controversial coaching decision

The Portland Trail Blazers ended their head coaching search on Tuesday when they hired Minnesota Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori. However, the Blazers’ decision isn’t going over well.

Contract for new head coach exacerbates cheapness concerns surrounding owner Tom Dundon

Three NBA players who won't live up to their next contract

The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

Micah Nori News / Yardbarker / June 23

Cheap Blazers owner gives new HC a strange contract

Contract for new head coach exacerbates cheapness concerns surrounding owner Tom Dundon

The Trail Blazers took an unconventional approach to the contract of new head coach Micah Nori, one that only amplified concerns about owner Tom Dundon's financial commitment to the franchise.

ESPN insider in 'advanced talks' to take front-office job with NBA team

Hawks continue to shore up roster with shrewd Aaron Wiggins trade

Bill Simmons shares bombshell Jaylen Brown, Celtics prediction

Heat likely to lose one player after trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Three NBA players who will out-earn their next contract

Three NBA players who won't live up to their next contract