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Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / July 23

Blazers Assistant GM Sergi Oliva Leaves Organization

Portland Trail Blazers Assistant General Manager Sergi Oliva has left the organization, according to Mike Richman of Locked on Blazers. Oliva is now the second assistant general manager to leave the Trail Blazers this offseason, after Mike Schmitz departed in May to become the general manager of the Dallas Mavericks.

Deni Avdija News / Blazer's Edge / July 23

Would Deni Avdija Make Your All-Time Trail Blazers Team?

No event during the 2025-26 Portland Trail Blazers season was as exciting as the development of Deni Avdija as a #1 offensive option and NBA All-Star. His stat line of 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists ranked his performance among the most productive in franchise history.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / July 23

Kevin Calabro Sheds Light on Trail Blazers Exit

Yesterday the news broke that the Portland Trail Blazers and play-by-play broadcaster Kevin Calabro were parting ways. With the exception of one COVID season in 2020, Calabro has been the voice of the Blazers since 2016.

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Micah Nori News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 23

5 Burning Questions on Blazers New HC Micah Nori

The Portland Trail Blazers are starting a new era with Micah Nori as their head coach. Nori, 52, has been with the Minnesota Timberwolves for the past five seasons under Chris Finch.

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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.

Portland Trail Blazers News / EssentiallySports / July 23

'New Owner Treats Him Like Garbage': NBA Legend Blasts Trail Blazers Owner After Kevin Calabro’s Exit

Kevin Calabro’s voice became synonymous with Trail Blazers basketball for nearly two decades. That’s why news of his departure resonated far beyond Portland.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 23

Blazers’ Ja Morant shows support for Fire with special gesture

Ja Morant is already embracing his new city, and that support is extending well beyond the Trail Blazers. The newly acquired guard made an appearance to back Portland’s WNBA expansion team, the Fire, sharing a message for fans in his adopted city.

Portland Trail Blazers News / EssentiallySports / July 23

Trail Blazers Owner Faces Fresh Backlash as Legendary Broadcaster Kevin Calabro Walks Away After Contract Offer

Kevin Calabro chose his exit line carefully. Telling The Oregonian’s Joe Freeman that the Trail Blazers’ latest contract offer was “subprime,” a word that many interpreted as more than just a description of the contract.

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.

Blazers play-by-play man Kevin Calabro leaving after rejecting ‘subprime’ contract offer

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 22

The Most Underrated Move the Blazers Made This Summer

When the Portland Trail Blazers hired Micah Nori to be their next head coach, a lot of the decision stemmed from his short-term contract and the ramifications of what that deal may look like.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Fans not buying Scoot Henderson’s workout hype video with Damian Lillard, Ja Morant on board

Remember when there were debates about who should be the No. 1 pick in 2023 between Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson? Ah, fun times. But while the San Antonio Spurs clearly made the right decision in selecting Wembanyama, it was also a reminder that many were very high on Henderson coming out of the now-defunct G League Ignite.

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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.

Yang Hansen News / Hoops Rumors / July 21

Blazers’ Yang Hansen Embraces Pressure From Home Country

Yang Hansen feels pressure from his home country to make a greater impact in the NBA during his second season but the Trail Blazers center doesn’t feel that’s a bad thing.

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.

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Draymond Green addresses Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg amid apparent beef

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Ja Morant News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 21

The Biggest Question Facing Every Projected Blazers' Starter

The Portland Trail Blazers' 2026-27 season will be defined by how quickly their new look starting lineup comes together. Portland made a huge splash by acquiring Ja Morant, but this move changed the team's expectations significantly.

Portland Trail Blazers News / HITC / July 21

Trail Blazers sources address relocation fears as $600m Moda Center deadline emerges

The Trail Blazers were acquired by Tom Dundon only in March, but fears that the NBA side could be relocated are rearing their heads. The cause? The planned redevelopment of the Moda Center, where the team plays its games.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 21

Tom Dundon put on blast by Portland city council president amid Blazers stadium squabble

It looks like the squabble between Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon and the city government over the renovation of Moda Center will not end anytime soon.

Matisse Thybulle News / Field Level Media / July 20

Report: Matisse Thybulle agrees to 1-year deal with Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract with free agent forward Matisse Thybulle, ESPN reported on Monday. Thybulle, 29, has appeared in just 45 games over the last two seasons due to a rash of knee, ankle, hip and thumb injuries.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / July 20

Trail Blazers, Portland Officials “Very Far Apart” In Contentious Lease Talks

The Trail Blazers are “very far apart” in their negotiations with the city of Portland to provide public funding for renovations to the Moda Center, a team source tells Jason Quick of The Athletic.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Fadeaway World / July 20

Trail Blazers Exploring New Arenas In OKC, Utah Amid Recent Issues With The City Of Portland

The Portland Trail Blazers have been a particularly intriguing franchise to follow this summer. Coming off their first playoff appearance since the 2020-21 season, the team appeared to be on the cusp of becoming a perennial playoff contender.

Adam Silver News / EssentiallySports / July 15

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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