-
-
Follow Us
-
On Facebook
On Flipboard
Free Newsletters
On YouTube
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / August 28
Blazers Fans Forecast Lillard, Holiday Starting Backcourt 
The Portland Trail Blazers have several questions to resolve in their backcourt as the 2026-27 season approaches. They have four point guards, approximately zero shooting guards (thanks to a torn meniscus injury to Shaedon Sharpe) and two positions available.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / August 28
What Happened to the Mike Schmitz Effect on the Trail Blazers?
Earlier this week I posted an analysis piece about the Portland Trail Blazers’ recent draft history. Spoiler alert: it was not a pretty picture. Today’s Blazer’s Edge Mailbag question comes in response to that post.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / August 28
Rip City Remix Release 2026-27 Schedule With Sweet Napoleon Dynamite Homage
After spending the summer with their uncle in Alaska hunting wolverines, the Rip City Remix will return for their fourth-ever season this fall. The Portland
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
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.
Yang Hansen News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 28
Blazers' Yang Hansen Provides Hope After China FIBA Qualifier
Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen is the franchise's biggest development project as he tries to navigate NBA life at just 21 years old. Yang is the youngest member of the Blazers roster and arguably the most raw.
Yang Hansen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27
Blazers can’t ignore Yang Hansen’s dominance in FIBA qualifiers
Yang Hansen became a fan favorite as soon as the Portland Trail Blazers surprisingly drafted him with the No. 16 pick in last year’s NBA Draft. He became the ninth player from China to play in the league.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / August 27
Give Your Best Reason to Play for the Trail Blazers Right Now
A few months ago I wrote a Mailbag article with the thesis that the Portland Trail Blazers are now a fairly nondescript NBA team, with nothing in particular to differentiate them from any other franchise in the league.
Shaedon Sharpe News / Field Level Media / August 27
Blazers' Shaedon Sharpe out 6 months after knee surgery
Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe is recovering from surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee and will be evaluated again in about six months.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / August 26
Latest Shaedon Sharpe injury could derail his career
Shaedon Sharpe has shown undeniable talent and scoring ability when he’s on the court. Unfortunately, he’s not going to be on the court for a long time.
Deni Avdija News / Blazer's Edge / August 26
Predict Deni Avdija’s Stat Line for 2026-27
The Portland Trail Blazers have undergone seismic shifts during the Summer of 2026. They traded Jerami Grant for Ja Morant. Damian Lillard is preparing to make a return to the court.
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 / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 26
Predicting Every Game of the Blazers' 2026-27 Season
We are predicting the entire 82-game season for the Portland Trail Blazers, blending both realism and optimism into one, all the while imagining the scenarios that might follow this year’s unique group.
Damian Lillard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 26
Blazers’ Damian Lillard recalls coach’s brutal message before making it
Long before Damian Lillard became a household name for the Portland Trail Blazers, he was just a benchwarmer getting laughed at by his high school basketball coach.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / August 25
The Fate of the Trail Blazers Draft Picks for the Last Decade
The Portland Trail Blazers are famed for a couple of large gaffes in the NBA Draft. In 1984 they selected Kentucky center Sam Bowie over Michael Jordan, widely considered the greatest player of all time, give or take a LeBron James.
Shaedon Sharpe News / EssentiallySports / August 25
Blazers’ Shaedon Sharpe Makes Surprise Decision After Heartbreaking Announcement
Shaedon Sharpe’s breakout season has suddenly been put on hold. The Trail Blazers guard suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee during an offseason workout and is expected to miss approximately six months.
Shaedon Sharpe News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 24
The Silver Lining for Blazers After Shaedon Sharpe Injury
The Portland Trail Blazers are trying to figure out how to move on after shooting guard Shaedon Sharpe suffered a torn meniscus, which will keep him out for a majority of the 2026-27 campaign.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24
Trail Blazers guard could miss six months after suffering a meniscus injury
Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe is already dealing with an injury, and the regular season hasn’t even started. On Monday, it was announced that Sharpe suffered a torn right meniscus during an individual workout.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Lindy's Sports / August 22
Trail Blazers Should Take Shot at Kevin Durant Because of Lillard
The Portland Trail Blazers took a major step forward last season, finishing with a winning record (42-40) for the first time in five seasons. They also won their Western Conference Play-In Tournament game against the Phoenix Suns and earned the 7th seed in the playoff bracket, though they lost to the San Antonio Spurs 4-2 in the first round.
Javonte Cooke News / Hoops Rumors / August 21
Javonte Cooke Signs With Beijing Royal Fighters
Javonte Cooke, who spent most of last season with the Trail Blazers on a two-way contract, has signed a one-year deal with the Beijing Royal Fighters, agent Jerry Dianis tells Hoops Rumors.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Fadeaway World / August 20
Portland Trail Blazers Projected Lineup And Rotation: Can Ja Morant Make Them A Title Team?
The Portland Trail Blazers were already a pretty fun team last season, finishing 42-40, eighth in the West, and making the playoffs before losing 4-1 to the Spurs in the first round.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19
Patrick Beverley explains why he'd take current NBA point guard over John Stockton
Patrick Beverley added, yet another one to his portfolio of wild takes. During a recent episode of The Pat Bev Show (video here; warning: viewer discretion advised), the former Houston Rockets guard laid out his case for choosing Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant over Utah Jazz legend John Stockton.
Ja Morant News / Fadeaway World / August 19
Patrick Beverley Says Ja Morant Would Have Given Michael Jordan’s Bulls More Problems Than John Stockton
Portland Trail Blazers star Ja Morant is widely regarded as one of the most athletic players in the NBA. Despite his relatively lighter frame, Morant generates tremendous power, allowing him to pull off highlight-worthy plays with ease.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18
Pelicans land new Zion Williamson teammate in former 76ers forward
The New Orleans Pelicans are adding a new forward to their fold. On Monday, NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the Western Conference franchise has come to terms with former Philadelphia 76ers forward Trendon Watford.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 18
The NBA's 'put up or shut up' starting five
These five former All-Stars had better produce this season or face irrelevancy much sooner than expected.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / August 12
Portland Approves Money For Moda Center Upgrade; New Trail Blazers Lease Is Required
Portland City Council voted Wednesday to contribute $120MM to renovate the Moda Center, but that doesn’t guarantee a long-term future for the Trail Blazers in the city, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic, Shane Dixon Kavanaugh of the Oregonian (subscription required) and Sean Highkin of Rose Garden Report (subscription required).
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10
The top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years: 25-21
A ranking of the 25 best players of the first 25 years of the 2000s, starting with spots 21-25.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / July 22
'El Cheapo': Blazers owner strikes again as team loses longtime broadcaster
Dundon cares deeply about saving money on his NBA team. He doesn't seem to care about his team's fans or employees.
Adam Silver News / Yardbarker / July 21
Adam Silver's delayed expansion decision gives Blazers owner leverage
Commissioner Adam Silver and the NBA have been dragging their feet on expansion plans. That delay has given the league's newest owner powerful leverage.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
MY ACCOUNT
SUBSCRIBE
ADVERTISE
JOBS
FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC. All rights reserved.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.