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Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 21
Every Retired Blazers' Number and the Story Behind It
Considering that the Portland Trail Blazers have only a single NBA title to their name, it’s not much of a shock that the franchise’s retired jersey numbers almost entirely come from the 1977 championship team. Unconventional perhaps, but it makes sense.
The 20 best NBA players to never win an individual award
There are a few things that define legacies in the NBA, most notably championships and individual awards. Some of the game's greatest players, though, never got any hardware of their own.
The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 23
San Diego to honor Bill Walton with special college hoops event
A night that feels very Bill Walton is coming to San Diego. Namely, a doubleheader featuring San Diego State, UC-San Diego and the University of San Diego is set for Nov.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
The 25 most impactful injuries in NBA history
The unfortunate reality of basketball, and of any physical sport, is that injuries will happen. Most of the time, they're minor and just a blip, but sometimes, they have a much more significant impact.
The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year winners' quiz
The Naismith College Player of the Year is an annual basketball award given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club to the top men's and women's collegiate basketball players. It is named in honor of the inventor of basketball (in 1891), Dr. James Naismith.Can you name every men's college basketball player who has won the Naismith Award?
The 20 greatest UCLA men's basketball players of all time
No school has won more men's basketball national championships than UCLA's 11. All but one of those titles was guided by legendary coach John Wooden. Naturally, the Bruins were successful because of those players on the floor — some blossomed into legends of the game.
The 25 greatest debuts from NBA rookies
First impressions mean a lot, but fans usually give NBA rookies more than one game to prove themselves. It's natural to stumble out of the starting block, but sometimes, rookies absolutely go off their first time on an NBA court.
The 25 most eccentric NBA players of all time
The NBA has produced some memorable characters during its long and storied existence, but some were undoubtedly more peculiar than others. Here's our look at 25 that stand out -- for better or worse, listed in alphabetical order.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 14, 2025
Legendary Bill Walton UCLA Jersey Auctioned for Big Money
Many legendary athletes dawned the UCLA blue and gold throughout history, ranging across all sports. None more legendary than basketball icon Bill Walton, who had one of his historic Bruins jerseys auctioned off for $258,500 as a part of an estate sale hosted by Hunt Auctions.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 2, 2025
Late Bill Walton's UCLA Memorabilia Up for Auction
Hunt Auctions announced this week that many of late basketball legend Bill Walton's personal collection will be up for auction on Thursday, June 12. Much of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer's memorabilia being sold includes tons of artifacts from his career at UCLA.
NBA News / Washington State Cougars on SI / May 29, 2025
Pac-12 Shares Tribute Special For Basketball Legend, Former Broadcaster Bill Walton
The basketball world lost a figure larger than life in 2024 with the passing of Bill Walton at the age of 71. As a player, Walton was a legend of the game, winning two NCAA championships under John Wooden at UCLA.
NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / May 23, 2025
Blazers Legend Bill Walton's Personal Collection Auction Sets Date
The Portland Trail Blazers don't have quite the history of the Los Angeles Lakers or the Boston Celtics, but they do have some great players in their history nonetheless.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 10, 2025
Fans react to incredible Bill Walton tribute involving his grandchildren
The Portland Trail Blazers celebrated one of their legends during Sunday’s game against the Detroit Pistons, paying homage to Bill Walton. The team honored the Hall of Famer with video tributes, tie-dye shirts filling the arena, and appearances from former teammates at the Moda Center.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 25, 2025
Blazers Announce Details For Bill Walton Tribute Night
The Portland Trail Blazers have announced details for their upcoming Bill Walton Tribute Night, set for March 9 when the team hosts the Detroit Pistons at the Moda Center.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 21, 2025
Celtics Hall of Famer Bill Walton's Estate to Auction Off Legendary Personal Collection
Legendary former Hall of Fame center Bill Walton, who reinvented himself as the Sixth Man of the Year for the 1985-86 Boston Celtics' championship season among other immortal, tragically passed away of colorectal cancer on May 27, 2024.
NBA News / Basketball Network / December 6, 2024
'My bike is my gym, my church, and my wheelchair' - Bill Walton on what his bicycle truly meant to him
When you think of the late Bill Walton, you might not imagine him riding a bike. After all, extremely tall people—and the legendary center stood at 6'11"—can sometimes look a bit awkward on two wheels.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25, 2024
Late Bill Walton gets awesome tribute at Maui Invitational
The late Bill Walton received a nice tribute from those running the Maui Invitational. Walton died in May at the age of 71 following a battle with cancer.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / September 27, 2024
Trail Blazers’ 2024-25 Uniforms to Pay Special Tribute to Bill Walton
The Portland Trail Blazers intend to commemorate the playing career of late great Hall of Fame center Bill Walton throughout the entire 2024-25 NBA season, according to a team press release.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / June 9, 2024
Trail Blazers Notes: Bill Walton, Trade Tactics, Point Guard Depth
The Portland Trail Blazers found themselves in an interesting position this past week. On the one hand, the Blazers were looking into their past, recalling their halcyon days with sadly-departed Hall of Fame center Bill Walton at the helm.
Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / June 6, 2024
Celtics begin NBA Finals with heart-warming tribute to late Bill Walton
The Boston Celtics found a fitting way to honor the late Bill Walton before Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 2, 2024
UCLA Basketball: Recalling the High School Game That Punched Bill Walton's Ticket to Westwood
Bill Walton loved his teammates. He relished their success and was prouder to dish out assists and win games together than how many points he scored. Bill Center worked part-time for the San Diego Union since 1964 when he was introduced to an awkward sophomore on the junior varsity basketball team at Helix High School in 1967.
UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 2, 2024
UCLA Notes: Bill Walton, Drew Gordon, Adem Bona's Future, Maya Brady
It was an incredibly sad week to be a UCLA Bruins fan. Two former Blue and Gold star big men passed away — three-time National College Player of the Year
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 30, 2024
Bill Walton Learned He Was Drafted While Stopping In Grocery Store During Hiking Trip
Bill Walton had an extraordinary college career, winning two NCAA championships (1972 and 1973) while being named the NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player in both tournaments.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29, 2024
Blazers release incredible tribute video for Bill Walton
The NBA announced that Walton died on Monday at the age of 71.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 28, 2024
10 Greatest NBA Moments From Bill Walton’s Career
Hall of Fame center Bill Walton passed away at 71 years old on Memorial Day on Monday, May 27th, 2024. The legendary center had some iconic moments over his basketball career, including his days with UCLA and also in the NBA where he retired as a two-time NBA champion and two-time All-Star.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / May 28, 2024
Clippers urged to retire Bill Walton's No. 32 jersey
The Clippers have never retired a jersey in franchise history (except Bill Russell's No. 6 as part of a league-wide initiative). Is it time for the Los Angeles-based franchise to finally honor one of its greats?
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