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Blazers Defense Has Grown, Which Could Lead to Playoff Berth

If the Portland Trail Blazers are going to compete in the playoffs, they are going to do so with defense as the primary route to success. The Blazers have a bottom-10 offense in the league, but their defense is around the middle of the pack.

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The Portland Trail Blazers appear to be looking up during their 2025-26 season. They’ll be competing in the NBA Play-In Tournament for the first time ever, hoping to return to the NBA Playoffs for the first time since 2021.

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.

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least five three-pointers in at least 60 NBA games can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

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Toumani Camara News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 24

Blazers’ Toumani Camara sets franchise record in career night vs. Nets

Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara had himself a night against the Brooklyn Nets on Monday, continuing to be one of the most underappreciated players in the NBA.

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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.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 24

Portland Trail Blazers Defensive Stalwart Sets 2 New Career Highs in Blowout Victory Vs. Brooklyn Nets

The Portland Trail Blazers have blown out the Brooklyn Nets for the second time this season, as they notched a 134-99 home win against them on Monday night, where Toumani Camara set new career-highs in points and three-pointers made.

Toumani Camara News / Field Level Media / March 24

Toumani Camara's career night helps Blazers trounce Nets

Toumani Camara established career highs of 35 points and nine 3-pointers to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a convincing 134-99 victory over the visiting Brooklyn Nets on Monday night.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / March 24

Trail Blazers Tear Through Nets with Physical Play

The Portland Trail Blazers earned a spot in the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament on Monday night with a 124-99 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. The Blazers dominated the game, never allowing Brooklyn to have a chance.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / March 24

Trail Blazers Clinch Play-In with Convincing Win over Nets

Some NBA games are dramatic, others challenging, others intense and fun. The matchup between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night in Portland was none of those things.

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

Avdija, Clingan Nominated for NBA Western Conference Player of the Week

Deni Avdija and Donovan Clingan of the Portland Trail Blazers were both nominated for NBA Western Conference Player of the Week for Week 22 (March 16-22), the NBA announced today.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Final Injury Report for Nets-Trail Blazers: Will Jerami Grant, Nic Claxton Play?

The Portland Trail Blazers are at home on Monday night as they host the Brooklyn Nets in an interconference matchup. Portland enters Monday’s game with a 35-37 record after losing on the road to the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 23

Road Trip Reveals Where Blazers Stand in Power Rankings

The Portland Trail Blazers are approaching the final 10 games of their regular season schedule, and they hope they can get as many wins as possible to get in 8th place in the Western Conference standings.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 23

With soft slate on horizon, Trail Blazers take aim at reeling Nets

The Portland Trail Blazers have their eye on rising into eighth place in the Western Conference, and the next six games may decide whether they can do so.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / March 22

Blazers End Road Trip with Loss in Denver

The Portland Trail Blazers ran out of steam in Denver today, falling to the Nuggets 128-112 after an eye-popping opening salvo. Deni Avdija led the scoring for the Blazers with 23 points.

Deni Avdija News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 22

The Blazers Will Go as Far as Deni Avdija Takes Them

Portland Trail Blazers All-Star forward Deni Avdija is back in full swing after missing some time with a back injury. Avdija is getting ready for the stretch run of the season in hopes of being at his peak when the Blazers are expected to participate in the Play-In tournament.

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

The Trail Blazers’ Playoff Push Continues With Recent Success

The Portland Trail Blazers’ playoff push is looking promising with each passing day. After Friday’s win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Blazers are now eighth in the West.

Jerami Grant News / Field Level Media / March 20

Jerami Grant hits clutch 3s to lift Blazers past Timberwolves

Jerami Grant scored 26 points on 10-for-16 shooting and the Portland Trail Blazers escaped with a 108-104 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night in Minneapolis.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 19

Portland Trail Blazers Center Makes Play-In Admission After Win Vs. Indiana Pacers

The Portland Trail Blazers are closing in on a play-in berth, following their 127-119 road win against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. They’ve now won three of their last four, improving to 34-36.

Donovan Clingan News / Last Word On Sports / March 18

Donovan Clingan’s Consistency Is The Blazers’ Key To Victory

The Portland Trail Blazers have had plenty of positive moments this season. Donovan Clingan‘s consistency is a big reason behind much of their success this year.

Damian Lillard News / Total Apex Sports / March 16

Damian Lillard Opens Up About Rehab, Return, and Retirement

Portland Trail Blazers Guard Damian Lillard recently opened up about his torn left Achilles tendon rehab, Trail Blazers return, and NBA retirement in a recent interview with Casino.ca.

Damian Lillard News / Total Pro Sports / March 16

Damian Lillard Makes Heartfelt Admission About Where He Wants to End His Career

It sure looks like Damian Lillard will sit out this season and not suit up for the Portland Trail Blazers. While winning the three-point contest might have enticed him to get back sooner than expected after suffering a torn Achilles tendon, he’s not going to help Portland once the play-in tournament starts.

Damian Lillard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 15

Blazers’ Damian Lillard reveals retirement plans, with a catch

While veteran Damian Lillard doesn’t know when he’ll call it quits, he does know he wants to be with the Portland Blazers. Lillard is undoubtedly looking forward to 2026-27.

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.

Jrue Holiday News / Hoops Wire / March 9

Jrue Holiday quietly powering Blazers’ play-in push

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday continues to remind the NBA just how valuable he can be. Over his last five games, the veteran guard is averaging … 24.8 points, 6.4 assists and 4.6 rebounds.