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Senior Journalist Jason Quick Reports Trail Blazers’ New Cost Cutting Measures

Just weeks into the job, Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon is already drawing scrutiny across the NBA due to his cost-cutting measures. Athletic

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Victor Wembanyama's scary fall puts Spurs' playoff chances in peril

After a scary fall put San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama in the concussion protocol early in Game 2, his team will have to scramble to win without the Defensive Player of the Year.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Final Injury Report for Trail Blazers-Spurs Game 2

The San Antonio Spurs are at home on Tuesday night as they host the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. San Antonio enters Tuesday’s game with a 1-0 series lead after defeating Portland at home in Game 1 on Sunday night.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

Chandler Parsons calls out new Blazers owner for stingy cost-cutting rules

The Portland Trail Blazers’ new ownership group is facing mounting criticism after reports of strict cost-cutting measures, with former NBA player Chandler Parsons publicly calling out the approach.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / April 21

Trail Blazers “Cheap” Approach May Become New NBA Reality

As we speak, the Portland Trail Blazers are engaged in a first-round NBA Playoffs series with the San Antonio Spurs. Portland’s first return to the postseason in five years is not bringing them national headlines, however.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / April 21

Report: Blazers owner Tom Dundon unfazed by criticism of approach

Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon is cutting costs, and apparently, he’s waving his hands in the air like he just don’t care. More specifically, according to The Athletic’s Jason Quick, Dundon is unfazed by criticism directed his way for some of his eyebrow-raising moves to cut costs in the playoffs.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / April 21

Blazers leave two-way players, team reporter home in playoff cost-cutting moves

The Trail Blazers are in the playoffs again. The way they are operating behind the scenes has drawn just as much attention. According to Bill Oram of OregonLive, Portland reduced its traveling party for its play-in game in Phoenix and first-round series in San Antonio, leaving behind digital reporter Casey Holdahl and team photographer Bruce Ely.

Matisse Thybulle News / Scoop B / April 21

Beyond the Box Score: Matisse Thybulle on Defensive Artistry, Creative Outlets & Portland Trail Blazers’ Underdog Mentality

When you talk about “impact” in the NBA, you’re usually looking at the flashy dunks or the 30-point outbursts. But if you really watch the game, the way a scout or a coach does, you see the subtle art of the disruption. That is where Matisse Thybulle lives.

Tiago Splitter News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

Blazers’ Tiago Splitter’s frustrating moment over new owner Tom Dundon’s cheapness revealed

The Portland Trail Blazers have made their return to the NBA playoffs, but attention has shifted from their on-court momentum to the controversial cost-cutting measures implemented by new owner Tom Dundon.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 21

Trail Blazers vs. Spurs: Will Deni Avdija & Victor Wembanyama Play Tonight in Game 2?

Victor Wembanyama did have an injury scare following a rib contusion. However, his impeccable display in game 1 of the San Antonio Spurs vs. the Portland Trail Blazers will ease fans’ tensions.

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / April 21

Blazers vs. Spurs Game 2 Preview: Keys to Portland Evening the Series

The Portland Trail Blazers are facing off against the San Antonio Spurs for Game 2 of the Western Conference First Round. After a decisive 111-98 loss in the series opener, the Blazers look to settle the score at the Frost Bank Center before the series shifts to Portland.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / April 20

Portland’s Cost-Cutting Gets National Attention

The Portland Trail Blazers are in the playoffs for the first time in five years, but the Blazers story on ESPN’s front page isn’t about their play, but

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NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / April 20

3 Blazers Who Cost Portland Most in Game 1 Loss vs. Spurs

The Portland Trail Blazers are coming up short after a 111-98 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, largely due to a historic 35-point debut from Victor Wembanyama.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20

What Blazers’ Tiago Splitter said about Deni Avdija vs. Victor Wembanyama after Game 1

On Sunday evening, the Portland Trail Blazers fell behind 0-1 in their first round playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs with a tough loss by a score of 111-98.

Deni Avdija News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20

Blazers’ Deni Avdija finds silver lining after historic performance in Game 1 loss to Spurs

The Portland Trail Blazers opened their NBA Playoffs run with a 111-98 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, but Deni Avdija still found meaning in the moment.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / April 20

Trail Blazers Left Two-Way Players At Home For Trip To San Antonio

Tom Dundon’s penny-pinching reputation since taking over as owner of the Trail Blazers continues to grow. Sean Highkin of Rose Garden Report states in a subscriber-only story that Portland didn’t bring two-way players Caleb Love, Chris Youngblood and Jayson Kent to San Antonio for the first two games of its first-round playoff series.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Scoot Henderson had a classy reaction to teammate’s rare playoff accomplishment

Scoot Henderson had quite a debut in the NBA Playoffs, but he was more thrilled by the performance of his teammate, Deni Avdija. Although Henderson and the Portland Trail Blazers dropped Game 1 of their series against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, the former No.

Caleb Love News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20

Tom Dundon making his mark on Trail Blazers’ playoff run, and fans won’t love it

The Portland Trail Blazers are back in the NBA Playoffs, but the spotlight has quickly shifted to Tom Dundon and his decisions. This playoffs run should be about momentum and belief.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / April 20

New Trail Blazers owner showing troubling signs of cheapness

New Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon has only been officially in charge of his new team for three weeks, but he's already sending troubling signals that he's unwilling to spend money.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 20

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama lights up Trail Blazers in playoff debut

Wembanyama didn't made the playoffs until his third NBA season. He didn't waste any time once he got there.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Blazers pulled another cheap move to open playoffs

The Portland Trail Blazers are blazing new trails in the realm of cost-cutting. The Blazers already made negative headlines after getting through the play-in tournament, when it was revealed Friday that the team was not giving fans free T-shirts for Games 3 and 4.