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Donovan Clingan is Proving He is the Blazers’ Franchise Center

Center is one of the toughest positions to play in the NBA because of all the responsibilities. Donovan Clingan has become the Portland Trail Blazers’ franchise center with ease, shining in Tiago Splitter’s system.

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Sharpe Upgraded to Questionable for Spurs Game

The Portland Trail Blazers face the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday night at the Moda Center with a chance to punch their ticket to the NBA Cup knockout rounds.

Damian Lillard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 25

Blazers’ Damian Lillard shares ‘life-changing experience’ amid big move off the court

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard may be sidelined due to an Achilles injury, but he has made sure to remain productive, especially when it comes to making an impact in the community.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / November 25

Trail Blazers’ Broadcasting Reach Expands to Central Oregon

Portland Trail Blazers fans in Central Oregon will now have more opportunities to catch their team on TV. All regional Blazers games will be carried in high definition on COTV, Central Oregon Daily reported on Monday.

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The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / November 25

Discussion: How Badly Do You Want the NBA Cup?

Tomorrow the Portland Trail Blazers will face the San Antonio Spurs, a mid-week game in November that would be relatively meaningless save for one factor.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Jerami Grant News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 25

Blazers' Jerami Grant Could Be Angling for Major NBA Award in New Role

After spending three full seasons as an uncontested starter with the Portland Trail Blazers, forward Jerami Grant has predominantly come off the bench this season.

Chauncey Billups News / EssentiallySports / November 25

After Chauncey Billups’ $5M Plea Deal, Prosecutor Shares Update on 30 Involved Suspects

Last month, now suspended, Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups landed in the news for all the wrong reasons. The former NBA champ was brought to federal court over a case involving illegal, mob-backed poker games across New York, Miami, Las Vegas, and more, a scheme that included over 30 suspects.

Jerami Grant News / Field Level Media / November 24

Jerami Grant (35), Blazers hand Bucks 5th straight loss

Jerami Grant scored 35 points to lead the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers to a 115-103 victory over the Bucks in Milwaukee on Monday night. Deni Avdija added 22 for a Portland team without former Buck Jrue Holiday (calf), Scoot Henderson (hamstring) and Shaedon Sharpe (calf).

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / November 24

Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty, released on $5M bond

Trail Blazers coach and Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups pleaded not guilty Monday to federal charges that he participated in and profited from rigged poker games.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / November 24

Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in alleged rigged poker operation

Chauncey Billups stood in a Brooklyn federal courtroom on Monday and pleaded not guilty, a month after his arrest in a sweeping underground poker scheme that stunned the NBA.

Yang Hansen News / Blazer's Edge / November 24

Yang Hansen is an Interesting Case Study for Portland

Portland Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen has had a colorful start to his NBA career. Hansen has shown brilliance with the Rip City Remix, Portland’s G League affiliate.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Draft on SI / November 23

Undrafted Rookie Helps Trail Blazers to Win against Warriors

After finishing the 2024-25 NBA season with an encouraging stretch of play, the Portland Trail Blazers have had an up-and-down start to the 2025-26 season.

Damian Lillard News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 23

Predicting Damian Lillard's Blazers Upside Post-Injury with Shea Serrano

How good can nine-time All-Star point guard Damian Lillard, the prodigal son, be for the Portland Trail Blazers after he returns from his Achilles tendon rupture?

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 22

The Trail Blazers deliver crucial updates on injured stars Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson

The Portland Trail Blazers started the 2025-26 season with a bang, considering they are the only team to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder this season. Unfortunately, their injuries have started to pile up, including their two standout point guards.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Total Apex Sports / November 22

Avdija, Clingan, and Trail Blazers Stun Warriors in Thrilling Upset 127-123

In a night that was supposed to be a nostalgic celebration for the Golden State Warriors, the young and hungry Portland Trail Blazers crashed the party.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / November 21

Trail Blazers announce injury updates on Scoot Henderson, Jrue Holiday

The Trail Blazers have been hit hard by injuries.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Dame’s Big Promise Just Set Expectations Sky-High in Portland

Damian Lillard will not suit up for the Portland Trail Blazers during the 2025–26 season. However, he is already thinking about the next one. He is confident that the Blazers have a team that can achieve great things.

Scoot Henderson News / Hoops Rumors / November 19

Scoot Henderson’s return not imminent

It has been nearly eight weeks since the Trail Blazers announced that point guard Scoot Henderson had torn his left hamstring in a workout and would miss the start of the 2025-26 season.

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