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On YouTubePortland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / June 30
A Smart Target for the Trail Blazers Mid-Level Exception 
One guard could make a bigger difference than his contract. When the Portland Trail Blazers agreed to buy out center Deandre Ayton this weekend they left open a roster spot and potential dollars to spend.
The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz
Fifteen different players have won multiple NBA Most Valuable Player honors. How many can you name?
Every NBA Finals MVP winner
Here is every winner of the NBA Finals MVP, a who’s who of Association history.
The 'Active NBA playoff double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 20 double-doubles in the playoffs can you name in five minutes?
Rich Paul News / NBA Analysis Network / June 30
Rich Paul reveals thoughts on Yang Hansen being selected to Portland Trail Blazers in the biggest NBA Draft surprise
The Portland Trail Blazers came under fire for picking Yang Hansen in the first round of the NBA Draft, although Rich Paul was not surprised to hear his name called that early.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / June 30
Trail Blazers Commit To Clingan And Yang After Ayton Buyout
The Trail Blazers have pulled the trigger on committing to a young frontcourt by buying out Deandre Ayton’s contract. He had one year left on his deal, but GM Joe Cronin and his staff are making the pivot.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 30
QO Updates: J. Walker, A. Mitchell, Two-Ways, Mann
The Trail Blazers opted not to tender forward Jabari Walker a qualifying offer prior to Sunday’s deadline, reports Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report (Twitter link).
Deandre Ayton News / Hardwood Heroics / June 30
Portland Trail Blazers Finalizing a Contract Buyout With Deandre Ayton: Report
There is a new addition in the free agent market after ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Sunday about the Portland Trail Blazers and center Deandre Ayton.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30
Former NBA No. 1 overall pick gets bought out
The Portland Trail Blazers are cutting their losses with Deandre Ayton. The Blazers are working toward a contract buyout with Ayton, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Jabari Walker News / Blazer's Edge / June 30
Blazers Don’t Extend Qualifying Offer to Jabari Walker
Walker will now become an unrestricted free agent. The Portland Trail Blazers did not extend a qualifying offer to forward Jabari Walker, meaning he will become an unrestricted free agent.
Deandre Ayton News / Field Level Media / June 30
Reports: Blazers C Deandre Ayton to be free agent after buyout
The Portland Trail Blazers will buy out the final year of center Deandre Ayton's contract and make him a free agent, multiple media outlets reported on Sunday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Deandre Ayton is a perfect fit for this Western Conference contender
Deandre Ayton is finalizing a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers and will enter free agency, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / June 29
Report: Blazers, Deandre Ayton Agree to Contract Buyout
The Portland Trail Blazers are moving on from Deandre Ayton. Specifically, the Blazers have reached a contract buyout agreement with the veteran center, per a report from ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Draft on SI / June 29
Trail Blazers’ Hansen Yang was Biggest Swing of 2025 Draft
At the 2025 NBA Draft, the Portland Trail Blazers shocked other teams — and more than likely the world — in selecting Chinese big man Hansen Yang at No.
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 28
Former Portland Trail Blazers ‘bust’ Greg Oden breaks down exactly why his career did not work out
As the #1 overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft, Greg Oden entered the league with high expectations. Unfortunately, he ended up becoming a draft bust, largely due to significant injuries.
Rayan Rupert News / Hoops Rumors / June 28
Blazers exercise Rayan Rupert’s 2025-26 option
The Trail Blazers are picking up Rayan Rupert‘s team option for the 2025/26 season, reports Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report (Twitter link). The team issued a press release confirming the move is official.
Blazers Hit With Low Draft Grade for Surprising Pick
The Portland Trail Blazers drafted Yang Hansen out of China with the No. 16 overall selection, a draft pick that is getting backlash from NBA analysts.
Blazers Draft Selection Hit With Steep Criticism
The Portland Trail Blazers made a shocking draft pick in the first round, which is receiving a ton of criticism. With the 16th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Blazers took Yang Hansen, a 20-year-old from China.
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27
Blazers rookie Yang Hansen drops all-time quote on life away from basketball
The Portland Trail Blazers were behind one of the biggest surprises in the NBA Draft on Wednesday. Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin picked Chinese center Yang Hansen at No.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / June 27
Trail Blazers rookie instantly becomes most relatable player in NBA
The big man from China has wasted no time endearing himself to fans.
Chauncey Billups News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / June 26
Chauncey Billups Believes Blazers May Have All-Star Already on Roster
The Portland Trail Blazers have been trying to find out what they have in their young players for the last few years. They haven't been able to get an All-Star on the team since Damian Lillard left.
Jrue Holiday News / Athlon Sports / June 26
Jrue Holiday Breaks Silence With 3-Word Message After Celtics Trade
On Monday, it was announced that the Boston Celtics are trading Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Anfernee Simons and two second-round picks.
Nikola Jokic News / Last Word On Sports / June 26
The Trail Blazers Gamble On Stunning ‘Chinese Jokic’ Draft Pick
The Trail Blazers made a trade during the NBA Draft to drop from #11 to make a surprising #16 pick. With that selection, the Blazers’ draft pick was Yang Hansen, who some people dub as the Chinese Jokic.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / June 26
Trail Blazers' first-round pick might be most stunning selection of the 2025 NBA Draft
Not even the player saw his selection coming.
The 'Active NBA assist-per-game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players who average at least five assists-per-game can you name in five minutes?
Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24
Former first-round pick opts in to $11.5M player option after Blazers’ Jrue Holiday trade
The Portland Trail Blazers did not waste any time this offseason when it comes to making deals. Late Monday night, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Trail Blazers traded Anfernee Simons and two picks for Jrue Holiday.
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