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The Jerami Grant Dilemma for the Trail Blazers’ Rotation

Following the Portland Trail Blazers’ preseason, the team’s rotation remains uncertain. Some players have impressed enough to earn a spot, but the starting lineup should not involve Jerami Grant.

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Cissoko and Love Should Contribute This Season

The Portland Trail Blazers are deeper than they’ve been in years. That depth arguably extends to their two-way contracted players, and while Sidy Cissoko and Caleb Love will spend a good deal of time with the Rip City Remix this season, the pair appear to be ready to contribute with the big club when required.

Shaedon Sharpe News / Blazer's Edge / October 17

ESPN Thinks Shaedon Sharpe Extension Will Get Done

Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or hiding behind a John Cena) you’re probably aware that Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe is eligible for a contract extension this fall.

Javonte Cooke News / Blazer's Edge / October 17

Blazers Waive Javonte Cooke

The Portland Trail Blazers have waived guard Javonte Cooke, the organization announced on Friday. Cooke is still under consideration for the Blazers’ third and final two-way roster spot, a league source told Blazer’s Edge.

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The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?

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NBA News / Blazer's Edge / October 17

Which Roster Have You Got: Portland Trail Blazers or Detroit Pistons?

Last week we ran a discussion post asking whether Portland Trail Blazers fans thought their team could pass the Sacramento Kings in the standings this season.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 17

Blazers Predicted to Sign Rising Star to Huge Contract Extension Ahead of Season

The Portland Trail Blazers have been predicted to ink an ascendant young player to a massive new contract in time for the start of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / October 17

Who Will Start on Opening Night for the Trail Blazers?

The Portland Trail Blazers have now finished their 2025 preseason schedule. A win over the Sacramento Kings is in the books, along with losses to the Utah Jazz and Golden State Warriors twice.

Yang Hansen News / NBA Analysis Network / October 17

Yang Hansen explains why he cried after fouling out of Portland Trail Blazers preseason game

The Portland Trail Blazers finished their NBA preseason with another loss. Overall, the Portland Trail Blazers will head into the regular season after a 1-3 record in the NBA preseason.

Jrue Holiday News / Hardwood Heroics / October 17

'Everyone Was Assuming I Was Miserable or Unhappy' – Portland Trail Blazers’ Jrue Holiday Sets the Record Straight on Being Traded

The Portland Trail Blazers acquired Jrue Holiday this offseason, and the move reportedly didn’t go well for the 35-year-old guard because he’s been moved to a rebuilding situation. However, according to the two-time NBA champion, this is not true.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 16

Two-time NBA champion sets record straight following offseason trade

Jrue Holiday shared his thoughts on being part of Portland head coach Chauncey Billups' team.

Sixers' injury issues already impacting their 2025-26 season

Celtics swerve potential catastrophe to begin new season

Recently waived guard could be perfect Malcolm Brogdon replacement for Knicks

The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

The 'NBA all-time 50-point game leaders' quiz

Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / October 16

Donovan Clingan is Making the Blazers’ Lineup Easier for Billups

Even if the Portland Trail Blazers have lost some preseason games, they have been impressive. Donovan Clingan has been a standout player in Chauncey Billups’ system.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 16

Young Blazers Center Predicted to Become NBA's Next Dominant Big Man

The Portland Trail Blazers sport an intriguing duo of young centers in second-year player Donovan Clingan and rookie Yang Hansen. With a year of experience and 37 starts under his belt, Clingan looks to build on a rookie season in which he averaged 6.5 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / October 15

Blazers Announce Injury Updates on Multiple All-Defensive Stars

The Portland Trail Blazers are a week away from the start of their 2025-26 campaign. The Blazers have one more preseason game left, which will be on Thursday as they will travel to Utah to take on the Jazz.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 15

Chauncey Billups reveals he challenged Trail Blazers star to guard three Warriors players, including Stephen Curry

The Portland Trail Blazers added veterans Jrue Holiday and Damian Lillard this summer. However, their core for the new season consists primarily of young players, particularly with Lillard likely missing the season due to injury.

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

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The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

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NBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

New WNBA franchise Portland Fire unexpectedly reveals head coach pick

The new Portland Fire is set to begin playing in the WNBA in 2026, becoming the second franchise in city history after the original Fire shut down back in 2002.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 14

Sixers sign MarJon Beauchamp, waive Emoni Bates

The 76ers have added MarJon Beauchamp and waived Emoni Bates, the team announced in a press release. Beauchamp, 25, was the No. 24 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft and has already made stops with the Bucks, Clippers and Knicks.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Total Apex Sports / October 14

A Ceasefire in the Boardroom: a New Era for the Portland Trail Blazers in 2025

The air in the Portland Trail Blazers sports scene has been thick with tension, not from a nail-biting fourth quarter, but from a high-stakes legal battle that threatened to derail the future of the Portland Trail Blazers.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Rumors / October 13

RAJ Sports drops lawsuit involving Trail Blazers sale

RAJ Sports, a company run by the Bhatal family, has dropped its lawsuit against the Cherng family, one of the minority investors in Tom Dundon‘s ownership group that has signed a purchase agreement to buy the Portland Trail Blazers, writes Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic.

MarJon Beauchamp News / Fastbreak on SI / October 12

NBA Free Agent MarJon Beauchamp Has Multiple Teams Interested

The Portland Trail Blazers recently waived former NBA first-rounder MarJon Beauchamp. The 25-year-old was expected to see his release as he joined the team on an Exhibit 10 deal.

Yang Hansen News / NBA Draft on SI / October 11

Yang Hansen Shows Major Improvement in Second Preseason Game

When the Portland Trail Blazers selected Yang Hansen with the No. 16 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, many fans and analysts were scratching their heads. The Chinese center was not projected to go that high and was viewed more as an early second-round pick.