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Blazers fined $100,000 for illegal contact with Yang Hansen

The Blazers were hit with a $100,000 fine this week after the NBA ruled the franchise made illegal contact with Yang Hansen back in 2023, a violation that also led to suspensions for two front‑office executives.

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Long-Range Offense Helps Trail Blazers Down Pelicans

The Portland Trail Blazers did what they needed to do on Tuesday night, vanquishing the New Orleans Pelicans 118-106 at Portland’s Moda Center. The victory ended up looking far more decisive than the action was.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / April 2

Highlights From Tom Dundon’s Introductory Press Conference

New Portland Trail Blazers Governor Tom Dundon made his formal introduction to Rip City on Thursday afternoon. In front of a packed room at Moda Center, Dundon took the podium alongside Blazers Alternate Governors Sheel Tyle and Andrew Cherng, as well as Blazers President Dewayne Hankins and General Manager Joe Cronin.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / April 2

Discussion: New Blazers Owner Tom Dundon to Speak at 3pm

New Portland Trail Blazers majority owner Tom Dundon has already broken precedent with his predecessor by speaking to multiple members of the media on his very first day overseeing the franchise.

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Scoot Henderson News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / April 2

Scoot Henderson’s High-Risk Growth is Defining the Blazers’ Play-In Push

The Portland Trail Blazers are coming off a high after beating the Los Angeles Clippers, giving them some hope that they can compete in the play-in tournament, but they need to figure out how to fix their turnover problems with Scoot Henderson as their starting point guard.

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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.

Yang Hansen News / HITC / April 2

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.

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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Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 2

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.

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.

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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 / 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

Jrue Holiday News / Hardwood Heroics / April 1

Portland Trail Blazers Secure Huge Road Win Vs. Los Angeles Clippers Through Jrue Holiday’s Vintage Performance

Jrue Holiday was spectacular during the Portland Trail Blazers’ 114-104 road win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night, which the team labelled as one of their biggest victories of the season.

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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / April 1

Trail Blazers Stun Clippers 114-104 in Crucial Late-Season Play-In Battle

There is a specific kind of desperation that only late March basketball can produce. When the Portland Trail Blazers rolled into the gleaming new Intuit Dome on Tuesday night, they weren’t just facing a scorching-hot Los Angeles Clippers squad; they were staring down their own basketball mortality.

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.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Final Injury Report for Trail Blazers-Clippers: Will Jerami Grant, Isaiah Jackson Play?

The Portland Trail Blazers are on the road on Tuesday night as they travel to take on the Los Angeles Clippers in a Western Conference showdown. Portland enters Tuesday’s game with a 38-38 record after defeating the Washington Wizards at home in dominant fashion on Sunday night.

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.

Damian Lillard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 27

Patrick Beverley claims Blazers legend Damian Lillard isn’t a Hall of Famer

It’s no secret that Patrick Beverley and Damian Lillard have exchanged jabs at one another on the court and on social media throughout their careers. Although

Damian Lillard News / EssentiallySports / March 26

'Hell No': Ex-Lakers Star Says Damian Lillard Doesn’t Deserve Hall of Fame for Scoring on ‘OK’ Teams

Even before Damian Lillard could make his case for a first ring, another distraction has surfaced. In short, it’s a tough job to be a franchise leader.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Final Injury Report for Bucks-Trail Blazers: Will Jerami Grant, Bobby Portis Play?

The Portland Trail Blazers are at home on Wednesday night as they host the Milwaukee Bucks in an interconference matchup. Portland enters Wednesday’s game with a 36-37 record after defeating the Brooklyn Nets at home in dominant fashion on Monday night.

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.

Portland Trail Blazers 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.

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.