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What I Changed My Mind About After Blazers Win vs. Warriors

The Portland Trail Blazers are learning from their 123-118 victory against the Golden State Warriors, which gave them an opportunity to play against another team for the first time in training camp.

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Ja Morant's biggest flaw can't remain overlooked after Micah Nori's quote

The new-look Portland Trail Blazers have reloaded but already have a looming Ja Morant problem before the season even begins. The Blazers acquired Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies over the summer, but that surprise deal could lead to problems.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 9

One Blazers Player Already Flipping the Script at Training Camp

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson is navigating his way through the team's new-look roster. After acquiring Ja Morant in a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies this offseason and getting Damian Lillard back from injury, Henderson's opportunities could be limited when it comes to getting point guard minutes.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Blazers’ Ja Morant believes role with Damian Lillard could unlock Portland’s true potential

Ja Morant’s first game in a Portland Trail Blazers uniform was far from perfect, and he knows it. But after practice on Thursday, the star guard made it clear he sees a bigger picture forming alongside Damian Lillard.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The '20-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 8

Blazers Work to Clean Up TOs After Preseason Opener

The Portland Trail Blazers got right back to practice on Thursday morning in Tualatin following a 123-118 win over the Golden State Warriors in their preseason opener the night before.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Damian Lillard News / Fadeaway World / October 8

Damian Lillard Feels Good After NBA Return, Vows To Play In Three-Point Contest

Before last night’s preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard hadn’t played basketball in over one full year.

Ja Morant News / Blazer's Edge / October 8

Blazers Edge Roundtable: What will Ja Morant’s Impact be?

Our second roundtable discussion question in the series of seven, centers on Portland’s biggest offseason acquisition, point guard Ja Morant. NBA players don’t come more polarizing than the explosive 6’2”, 174 pound Morant.

WNBA News

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

WNBA playoffs: History is on side of Dream, Valkyries

WNBA playoff takeaways: History is on side of Dream, Valkyries after Game 2 wins

Angel Reese's incredible performance has Dream on verge of WNBA Finals

Steve Kerr News / Hoops Wire / October 8

Steve Kerr: It would be ‘a tragedy’ if Trail Blazers ever left Portland

Steve Kerr has seen what happens when an NBA city loses its team. He hopes Portland never has to find out. With the Trail Blazers and the city still working toward a long-term agreement involving renovations to Moda Center, Kerr said the possibility of the franchise eventually leaving Portland would be disastrous.

Damian Lillard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Blazers’ Damian Lillard gets 100% real on his 2026-27 season goals with Portland

The Portland Trail Blazers recently got their preseason slate underway, with Damian Lillard knocking down several three-pointers in his first action back in the Motor City following his recovery from a torn Achilles.

Ja Morant News / Fadeaway World / October 8

Blazers HC On Ja Morant: 'We Are Not Expecting Him To Lead This Team'

This offseason was a period of transformation for Ja Morant. After his time with the Memphis Grizzlies came to an end, Morant prepared to begin a new chapter in his career with the Portland Trail Blazers.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / Blazer's Edge / October 8

Blazers’ Preseason Opener Brings New Appreciation for Dame Time

The Moda Center crowd reactions to Portland Trail Blazers legend Damian Lillard these days are the kind that might give you chills. At the very least, if you’re a Blazers fan, they’ll make you smile.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 8

The Good And Meh From The Blazers Preseason Opener

With 10 inactive players from Golden State, Wednesday night’s preseason matchup between the Portland Trail Blazers and Warriors lacked a certain oomph.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 8

Lillard Returns, Morant Debuts, Blazers Outrun Warriors

It might not have been as easy as expected given the personnel, but the Portland Trail Blazers were able to hang on and outlast the shorthanded Golden State Warriors 123-118 Wednesday night in the preseason opener at the Moda Center.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / October 7

Discuss Trail Blazers vs Warriors Preseason Action Here!

It’s a great day to be a Blazer! That’s because your Portland Trail Blazers play an NBA (preseason) basketball game tonight! The Trail Blazers will be hosting the Golden State Warriors at the Moda Center tonight to tip off the preseason slate and give fans the first look at their revamped roster in live minutes.

Scoot Henderson News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 7

2 Reasons Blazers Should Trade Scoot Henderson (And 1 Reason to Keep Him)

Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson has one year remaining on his contract, which means he is set to hit restricted free agency next summer. With Henderson's contract near its expiration date, many have questioned what the Blazers will do regarding his future.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

Blazers owner Tom Dundon called out for alleged AI letter to season ticket holders amid Moda Center drama

To say that new Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon’s tenure has been off to a rocky start would be a bit of an understatement. The latest source of contention amongst the fanbase stems from the ongoing drama regarding renovations and a new lease for the Blazers home arena, the Moda Center.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 7

Blazers Edge Roundtable: How Will Portland Come Out of the Gate This Season?

Welcome in to the first of a series of seven questions we asked some of the Blazers Edge staff about this upcoming season. It’s been awhile since we’ve held a roundtable discussion, and thought it would be fun to get multiple perspectives voiced into a single place.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / October 7

NBA execs believe Trail Blazers have this plan for Ja Morant

The Portland Trail Blazers are currently housing one of the league's most fascinating storylines this season with regard to their clear logjam in the backcourt.

Blazers’ Tom Dundon addresses arena future, tells fans he wants title in Portland

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 7

Blazers Owner Tom Dundon Emails Season Ticket Holders

Amidst a cascade of negative news since his arrival, Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon may have finally endeared himself to the fanbase. In an email

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / October 7

Blazers’ Tom Dundon addresses arena future, tells fans he wants title in Portland

Blazers’ Tom Dundon tells fans his goal is to ‘bring a championship to Portland’ Tom Dundon has heard plenty of questions about his intentions for the Blazers.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / October 6

Blazers weighing at least three candidates after broadcaster firing

The Trail Blazers are still looking for a television play-by-play announcer, and three familiar names are said to be in the mix. Chris Miles, Kyle Draper and Matt Winer are among those still under consideration, according to longtime Portland sportswriter and broadcaster Dwight Jaynes.