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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.

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Five Questions Ahead of Trail Blazers vs. Nets

The Portland Trail Blazers are getting back in the saddle as they take on the Brooklyn Nets in the second night of a back-to-back. To learn more about the Blazers' upcoming opponent, we spoke with Brooklyn Nets On SI contributor, Colin Simmons.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 16

Trail Blazers looking to limit turnovers vs. youthful Nets

On Sunday, the Portland Trail Blazers struggled to avoid turnovers and could not match the physicality of an Eastern Conference team in a playoff race.

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.

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

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The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

Deni Avdija News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 15

Deni Avdija Scored 25, But Blazers Fall to 76ers

The Portland Trail Blazers are leaving the city of brotherly love disappointed after a 109-103 loss inside the Xfinity Mobile Arena. With just over a minute to go, Deni Avdija sunk a pair of free throws to make it a four-point game.

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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.

Robert Williams News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 15

Blazers Center Robert Williams III Status Revealed vs. 76ers

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III is on the injury report due to left knee management, but he appears ready to go for the team's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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

Three Blazers Prospects to Target in March Madness Mock Drafts

The Portland Trail Blazers are having people in their scouting department keep a close eye on March Madness, which begins this week. The Blazers could have a lottery pick in this year's draft, which is viewed as one of the deepest in recent memory.

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.

Portland Trail Blazers 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.

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

One Thing Blazers Must Fix This Offseason

The Portland Trail Blazers are improving as a basketball team, but they are truly figuring out what is separating them from taking that next step. The

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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.

Jrue Holiday News / Field Level Media / March 15

Behind Jrue Holiday, Trail Blazers begin pivotal road trip vs. Sixers

Jrue Holiday and the Portland Trail Blazers will begin a five-game road trip Sunday when they take on the Philadelphia 76ers. Holiday, who began his career with Philadelphia in 2009, is now a veteran on a young Portland squad.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 14

Moda Center Renovations Should Breathe Life Into Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers are looking towards the future as renovations for the Moda Center were approved by the Oregon Legislature earlier this week.

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournaments' quiz

The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / March 14

Which Former Trail Blazers Coach Could Handle This Team?

The Portland Trail Blazers have had an up-and-down season, reflected by their 32-35 record accompanied by long streaks of losing, winning, and inconsistent play.

Scoot Henderson News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 14

Weighing Pros and Cons of Scoot Henderson Trade

Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson is one of the more polarizing players on the roster at the moment. Henderson came to the Blazers as a highly regarded prospect, but he has not lived up to the hype that was surrounding him before he entered the league.

Sidy Cissoko News / Last Word On Sports / March 14

Sidy Cissoko Has Proven To Be The Trail Blazers’ Spark Plug

The Portland Trail Blazers often struggle when they play lethargic basketball. Thankfully, they benefit from Sidy Cissoko‘s energy, which has become a vital part of their system.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 11

Hornets Erase 19-Point Deficit to Stun Trail Blazers 103-101 in Portland

Down 19. On the road. In a building where they’d won just once in nearly two decades. The Charlotte Hornets didn’t flinch. Behind a gutsy second-half performance,

Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Scoot Henderson Shows Blazers’ Star Qualities Amid Struggles

The Portland Trail Blazers are ready to fight for a postseason berth this season. Deni Avdija is the Blazers’ star, but more players on the roster who are hungry.

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.

Scoot Henderson News / Field Level Media / March 9

Scoot Henderson, Blazers add to Pacers' misery in dominant win

Scoot Henderson scored a season-high 28 points on 10-of-15 shooting to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to an easy 131-111 victory over the visiting Indiana Pacers on Sunday night.