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Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 22
Blazers Coach Micah Nori Has Early-Season Rotation Set 
The Portland Trail Blazers registered an impressive opening-night win against the Phoenix Suns yesterday evening. The starting five for Portland in their first game were Damian Lillard, Ja Morant, Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara, and Donovan Clingan.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 22
How the “Four Factors” Stack up for the Trail Blazers and the NBA
All you have to do is put a ball through a hoop more times than the other team and you win the game. Simple, right? The answer of course, is “no”. Professional basketball keeps getting more and more complicated the further it evolves from its humble peach basket origins into a modern version where a formula analyzes every aspect of the game.
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Damian Lillard takes shot at everybody hating on Ja Morant fit after nuking Suns
The Portland Trail Blazers couldn’t have had a better season opener. After starting their matchup against the Phoenix Suns with a 43-12 first quarter, they won 124-83.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Why Charles Barkley think Blazers are ‘worst place’ for Ja Morant
Ja Morant had a successful debut with the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, helping the team blow out the Phoenix Suns, 124-83, at Moda Center. Contrary to what was expected, Morant started alongside Damian Lillard in the backcourt.
Micah Nori News / Blazer's Edge / October 22
Micah Nori’s First Head Coaching Win Exceeds His ‘Wildest Dreams’
Portland Trail Blazers rookie head coach Micah Nori began his postgame interview Wednesday night with a joke. “It’s exactly what we thought we were going
Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Blazers’ Ja Morant drops a memorable line after his Portland debut
Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant delivered a memorable message following his debut with the franchise Wednesday night. The former Memphis Grizzlies star emphasized the importance of making an immediate impression with his new team, having previously discussed what he looked forward to most in his Portland debut.
Damian Lillard News / Field Level Media / October 22
Damian Lillard shines in return to Blazers during rout of Suns
Damian Lillard made six 3-pointers and scored 25 points in his first game in nearly 18 months and the Portland Trail Blazers opened the game with 21 consecutive points en route to a 124-83 dismantling of the visiting Phoenix Suns in the season opener for both teams on Wednesday.
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.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 22
Trail Blazers Obliterate Suns in Historic Season Opener
The Portland Trail Blazers greeted the 2026-27 with an enormous celebration on Wednesday evening. Plenty of ancient civilizations and cultures—on earth, in sci-fi settings, and in alternate realties—have offered sacrifices to their suns.
Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Ja Morant shows off 3-point range on 1st bucket with Blazers
Ja Morant put on a new NBA uniform for the first time in his career Wednesday. Fans envisioned the former Memphis Grizzlies star bringing his highlight reel dunks to the Portland Trail Blazers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 21
Tom Dundon 'went crazy' as he's becoming the latest of unlikable team owners
Tom Dundon has certainly made a name for himself in the sports world, especially as of late as the owner of the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers and NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Final Injury Report for Suns-Trail Blazers: Will Deni Avdija, Damian Lillard Play?
The Portland Trail Blazers are at home Wednesday night as they host the Phoenix Suns in their 2026-27 NBA season opener. Portland enters the new season looking to build on last season’s success, especially after acquiring Ja Morant in the offseason to pair with Deni Avdija and Damian Lillard.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 21
3 Things I'll Be Watching on Blazers Opening Night
We are just hours away from the Portland Trail Blazers’ regular-season curtain-raiser and Damian Lillard’s official return to Moda Center. After a rather interesting preseason, tonight the Blazers will be put to the test against Devin Booker and the talented Phoenix Suns.
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Blazers’ Ja Morant to start alongside Damian Lillard in season opener vs. Suns
Since the Portland Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant in an offseason trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, the glaring question of whether or not he would start alongside Damian Lillard in the backcourt has loomed large.
Damian Lillard News / Hoops Wire / October 21
Damian Lillard on Blazers return: ‘I checked every box’
Damian Lillard considered coming back during last spring’s playoffs. He decided he wanted to return without wondering whether his body was ready. Now, the Trail Blazers guard is preparing to play Wednesday in his first regular-season game since March 18, 2025, confident that taking the additional time was the right decision.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 21
Announcing Blazer’s Edge Night for the 2026-27 Season!
We have an exciting announcement to make at the beginning of the Portland Trail Blazers season. Once again, for the 19th year in a row, we will be sending almost 3000 kids and chaperones from the local area to see the Trail Blazers play in person!
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 21
What To Expect from the New-Look Trail Blazers in 2026-27
The Portland Trail Blazers embark on their 2026-27 campaign tonight as they take on the Phoenix Suns at 7:00 PM, Pacific at the Moda Center. By now you’re probably familiar with the new personnel and likely rotation.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / October 21
Trail Blazers shift Ja Morant to new role to balance out roster
The Blazers have made a decision in an effort to balance their roster.
Jeremy Sochan News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Jeremy Sochan Released by Blazers as 23-Year-Old Stands Team-Less Months After Championship With Knicks
Once again, Jeremy Sochan’s topsy-turvy luck has struck again. His movement between teams secured him the 2026 championship bragging rights with the Knicks but it didn’t guarantee him job security.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / October 18
Tom Dundon: Keeping Blazers in Portland is ‘the priority’
Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon says he wants to keep the team in Portland. He’s also disputing a report that he privately raised the possibility of moving it.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Dundon: ‘Priority’ Is To Keep Trail Blazers In Portland
The Trail Blazers are currently negotiating with local government officials for a new lease to renovate the Moda Center, with the deadline set for December 31.
Jeremy Sochan News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Trail Blazers Waive Jeremy Sochan
The Trail Blazers have requested waivers on forward Jeremy Sochan, according to a press release from the team. Sochan, who was on a non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 contract, will become an unrestricted free agent on Monday if he’s not claimed on waivers.
Adam Silver News / Yardbarker / October 16
Adam Silver's Seattle statements could be meaningful for Trail Blazers
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has backed off on the league's plans to put an expansion team in Seattle, citing lower bids than they're receiving for a Las Vegas team.
Portland Trail Blazers News / The Lead / October 13
Portland Trail Blazers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Portland Trail Blazers enter the 2026-27 season with far more questions than answers. Last year went as well as any reasonable fan could have expected.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Stadium Rant / October 11
Trail Blazers vs. London Lions: A Historic Preseason Game 49 Years in the Making
The Portland Trail Blazers are preparing to face the London Lions on October 12, and yes, you read that correctly. An NBA franchise will be competing against a professional British basketball club for the first time in history.
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