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The Yang Hansen reason why the Portland Trail Blazers received a $100,000 fine

The Portland Trail Blazers have been hit with a $100,000 fine, with the NBA taking action over a situation involving Yang Hansen. The league’s decision has also resulted in internal consequences for the franchise, adding further weight to the ruling.

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Trail Blazers Fined, Suspended for NBA Draft Mismanagement

On Wednesday evening, ESPN’s Shams Charania announced that the Portland Trail Blazers have been fine for illegal contact with forward Yang Hansen two years ago, which was prior to the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / April 1

Trail Blazers' selection of Yang Hansen becomes more baffling

Tampering violations make Trail Blazers' selection of Yang Hansen more baffling

No team would break NBA rules to add rookie center Yang Hansen, except for the Portland Trail Blazers.

Blazers get fine, suspensions from NBA for tampering with their own player

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1

Blazers get fine, suspensions from NBA for tampering with their own player

The Portland Trail Blazers got their guy in last year’s NBA Draft but are now being punished for it. The NBA announced on Wednesday that they are fining the Blazers a sum of $100,000 and suspending their assistant general managers Sergi Oliva and Mike Schmitz for two weeks each without pay.

Yang Hansen News / Hoops Wire / April 1

Blazers fined $100K for early contact with Yang Hansen, execs suspended

The Trail Blazers are paying the price for jumping the gun. The NBA has fined Portland $100,000 for illegally contacting Yang Hansen in December 2023, before he was draft-eligible.

Yang Hansen News / Hoops Rumors / April 1

Trail Blazers Fined $100K For Illegal Contact With Yang Hansen; Two Executives Suspended

The NBA has imposed a $100K fine against the Trail Blazers for illegally contacting Yang Hansen in December 2023 before he was eligible for the draft, the league announced (via Twitter). In addition, assistant general managers Sergi Oliva and Mike Schmitz have been suspended for two weeks without pay.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / April 1

5 Key Matchups That Will Define the Blazers' Final 5 Games

The Portland Trail Blazers have five games left on their schedule, and each of them will be very important towards figuring out where they finish in the Western Conference standings at the end of the regular season.

Deni Avdija News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 1

Deni Avdija sends message to Israeli fans amid strong support in Los Angeles

The Portland Trail Blazers traveled to Los Angeles for arguably the biggest game of the season against the LA Clippers on Tuesday night, and they did not disappoint.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / April 1

What I Would Say to New Trail Blazers Ownership

This week marks the beginning of a rare transition in the life of the Portland Trail Blazers. For just the third (or third-and-a-half) time in franchise history, the team welcomes a new owner.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / April 1

Blazers Alternate Governor Sheel Tyle: ‘We Are Committed to Portland, 100%’

Several stories have come out about new Portland Trail Blazers Governor Tom Dundon since he officially took over the franchise on Tuesday, but what about the other main players in the new “Rip City Rising” ownership group?

Jerami Grant News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / April 1

The Jerami Grant Dilemma: Why Trading Portland’s $160 Million Player is Key to Blazers' Star Search

The Portland Trail Blazers are going to be an intriguing team to watch during the offseason as they try to go from the middle of the pack in the Western Conference towards the tier of being a sure-fire playoff hopeful.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / April 1

Tom Dundon Tries to Spark Trail Blazers on Day One

Tuesday March 31st, 2026, marked the beginning of Tom Dundon’s reign as the governor of the Portland Trail Blazers. Attending Portland’s 114-104 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, Dundon gave an interview to Jason Quick of The Athletic.

Jrue Holiday News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Jrue Holiday Is The Key To The Blazers’ Postseason Aspirations

The Portland Trail Blazers’ postseason goals are clear based on their recent play. Jrue Holiday continues to make a significant impact, as he is setting the tone for Portland’s energy.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1

Jrue Holiday embraces his old man status with a hilarious response to Carmelo Anthony

Portland Trail Blazers veteran guard Jrue Holiday had one of his best games in the 2025-26 NBA season on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 1

Trail Blazers close gap on Clippers for 8th place in West

Jrue Holiday scored 30 points and Deni Avdija recorded 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists as the Portland Trail Blazers scored a crucial 114-104 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday in Inglewood, Calif.

Deni Avdija News / BasketballNews.com / March 31

Portland’s rebuild gains clarity behind Avdija, rising core

For the Portland Trail Blazers, this phase has never been about rushing the process. It has been about recalibrating, understanding where they stand, and building something sustainable after the end of an era.

Portland Trail Blazers News / EssentiallySports / March 31

NBA Greenlights $4.25B Sale of Portland Trail Blazers to Dallas-Based Billionaire

The NBA Board of Governors has been busy this week. Right after voting to expand the league to Seattle and Las Vegas, it is now welcoming a new arrival.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 30

NBA approves sale of Trail Blazers to Tom Dundon-led group

The NBA Board of Governors approved the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers from the estate of Paul Allen to a group led by Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon, the league announced Monday.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 30

Trail Blazers sale to Tom Dundon unanimously approved

The Portland Trail Blazers are going to be under new ownership. An investor group led by Dallas billionaire Tom Dundon is taking over the team, the NBA announced Monday.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 30

NBA Approves Trail Blazers’ Sale To Tom Dundon

The NBA’s Board of Governors has approved the sale of the Trail Blazers to a group spearheaded by Tom Dundon, who also owns the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes, reports Jason Quick of The Athletic.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / March 30

The Trail Blazers’ Shooting Issues Are Still A Massive Problem

The Portland Trail Blazers are fighting to improve their record for a playoff push. They have done well to win games under Tiago Splitter’s system. However, the Blazers’ shooting remains a major problem the team must address. The Portland Trail Blazers were once known as an offensive powerhouse.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / March 30

Blazers lock in play-in, can still move up

The Trail Blazers are in. At least the play-in. Portland (38-38) secured its spot and still sits within striking distance of climbing, currently just 1 1/2 games behind the Clippers for eight place in in the Western Conference race.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 29

Trail Blazers overwhelm woeful Wizards

Toumani Camara recorded 23 points and seven rebounds and Scoot Henderson added 21 points and seven assists as the Portland Trail Blazers routed the visiting Washington Wizards 123-88 on Sunday.

Toumani Camara News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Toumani Camara’s Improved Offense Boosts Blazers’ Potential

The Portland Trail Blazers have high potential because of the roster’s talent. Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe are the headliners, but they have had improvements across the board, including Toumani Camara‘s role within coach Tiago Splitter’s system.

Adam Silver News / Hoops Wire / March 15

Adam Silver Praises Progress On Trail Blazers Arena Renovation

Adam Silver says discussions surrounding renovations to the Moda Center appear to be moving in a positive direction. Speaking during a visit to Portland this week, Silver said he has been encouraged by the early efforts to secure public funding for upgrades to the arena that houses the Trail Blazers.