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Jerami Grant Injury Could Be Final Nail in Blazers Coffin

The Portland Trail Blazers are doing everything in their power to try and get one of the final two spots in the Western Conference playoffs for the season.

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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 / Blazer's Edge / March 30

Matisse Thybulle Edges Scoot Henderson as Blazer of the Week

The Portland Trail Blazers went 2-1 this week with blowout wins over the Milwuakee Bucks and Washington Wizards broken up by a loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

Donovan Clingan News / Blazer's Edge / March 30

UConn Superfan Donovan Clingan Celebrates Miracle Win Over Duke

Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan entered the postgame locker room Sunday evening with a smile and some swagger. “We’re back where we belong!” the towering 7-footer trumpeted to anybody who would listen.

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The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 100 30-point games in their career so far can you name in five minutes?

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

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

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.

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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 / 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.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / March 29

Trail Blazers Win Showdown with Wizards

The Portland Trail Blazers waxed the Washington Wizards at the Moda Center today, walking away with a 123-88 victory to even their season record at 38-38.

Jerami Grant News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 29

Jerami Grant Injury Changes Blazers Plan vs. Wizards

The Portland Trail Blazers are closing out their four-game home stand against the Washington Wizards, whom they lost to when they faced off against them back in January.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 28

Trail Blazers hosting Wizards as they hunt down No. 8 seed

Fresh off a painful slip-up, the Portland Trail Blazers continue their pursuit of the No. 8 spot in the Western Conference when they host the Washington Wizards on Sunday.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / March 28

Turnovers, Injuries, and an All-Around Rough Night in Rip City

The Portland Trail Blazers played with the wrong type of fire Friday night at the Moda Center. In the end, they got burned, falling 100-93 to the Dallas Mavericks (now 24-50) in a crucial game in the Western Conference Play-In race.

Jerami Grant News / Blazer's Edge / March 28

Jerami Grant Leaves Game with “Pop” in Calf, Coach Concerned

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant exited Portland’s game with the Dallas Mavericks tonight with an undetermined calf injury. Grant played 29 minutes, leaving in the fourth quarter.

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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.

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

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / March 27

NBA’s Proposed Anti-Tank Rules Could Harm Blazers

The NBA has a few potential rule changes intended to limit tanking – teams losing on purpose to have a better chance at a higher draft pick – and all of them could potentially hurt the Portland Trail Blazers.

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The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz

The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / March 26

Trail Blazers Put 4 Players in Ringer Top 100

The Portland Trail Blazers are starting to accumulate a decent roster full of young talent in preparation for making a serious run at playoffs contention in years to come.

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 / Field Level Media / March 26

Trail Blazers hammer hapless Bucks

Scoot Henderson scored 23 points off the bench and the Portland Trail Blazers never trailed in rolling to a 130-99 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night.

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.

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.

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.

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 / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 21

Donovan Clingan Shares Very Clear Blazers Goal

Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan loves playing basketball at this time of the year, as evidenced by his March Madness success with the UConn Huskies.

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.

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.

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.