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Blazers End Road Trip with Loss in Denver

The Portland Trail Blazers ran out of steam in Denver today, falling to the Nuggets 128-112 after an eye-popping opening salvo. Deni Avdija led the scoring for the Blazers with 23 points.

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 22

Blazers Playoff Berth Comes With a Price

The Portland Trail Blazers are winners of three straight games after beating the Minnesota Timberwolves inside the Target Center. The win also put the Blazers in the eighth spot in the Western Conference standings over the Los Angeles Clippers and Golden State Warriors, giving them a better chance to qualify for the playoffs.

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.

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least five three-pointers in at least 60 NBA games can you name in six minutes?

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Donovan Clingan 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.

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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.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / March 21

Brandon Roy Responds to Recruiting Allegations as Hearing Looms

Brandon Roy, Portland Trail Blazers legend and former National High School Coach of the Year, was dismissed as the head coach of the boys’ basketball program at Seattle’s Garfield High School in September.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / March 21

Who is the Most Disappointing Blazer of the Season for You?

The Portland Trail Blazers are having a modestly successful 2025-26 season, with a record near .500 as the year closes and a legitimate chance to make the 2026 NBA Playoffs through the Play-In Tournament in April.

Vit Krejci News / Blazer's Edge / March 21

Don’t Worry About Trail Blazers Wing Vit Krejci

Portland Trail Blazers trade deadline addition Vit Krejci has been fine but not his usual self since arriving in Oregon. The 25-year-old Czech wing was brought to Portland from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for the injured Duop Reath and two future second round picks in the days before the February 5 deadline.

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.

Jerami Grant News / Field Level Media / March 20

Jerami Grant hits clutch 3s to lift Blazers past Timberwolves

Jerami Grant scored 26 points on 10-for-16 shooting and the Portland Trail Blazers escaped with a 108-104 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night in Minneapolis.

Donovan Clingan News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 20

Donovan Clingan 'Taking a Major Step' For Blazers

Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan is coming off the best performance of his career in a win against the Indiana Pacers. Clingan scored 28 points and grabbed 13 rebounds in just 25 minutes of action as the Blazers pulled out a victory against the Indiana Pacers.

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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.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 19

Portland Trail Blazers Center Makes Play-In Admission After Win Vs. Indiana Pacers

The Portland Trail Blazers are closing in on a play-in berth, following their 127-119 road win against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. They’ve now won three of their last four, improving to 34-36.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 18

Trail Blazers survive late surge to extend Pacers' historic skid

Deni Avdija had 32 points and 11 rebounds on Wednesday to help the Portland Trail Blazers stave off the Indiana Pacers for a 127-119 victory in Indianapolis.

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Donovan Clingan News / Last Word On Sports / March 18

Donovan Clingan’s Consistency Is The Blazers’ Key To Victory

The Portland Trail Blazers have had plenty of positive moments this season. Donovan Clingan‘s consistency is a big reason behind much of their success this year.

Deni Avdija News / Field Level Media / March 18

Deni Avdija, Trail Blazers intent on not overlooking Pacers

Looking to stay in the hunt for a top-eight seed in the Western Conference, the Portland Trail Blazers will try for back-to-back wins for the first time in over five weeks when they face the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night in Indianapolis.

Deni Avdija News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17

Deni Avdija reacts to Blazers, Nets making Israeli basketball history

Monday’s Brooklyn Nets-Portland Trail Blazers matchup at Barclays Center was a forgettable late-season game for many. However, for the Israeli basketball community, it was a night they’ll never forget.

Deni Avdija News / Hardwood Heroics / March 17

Portland Trail Blazers’ Deni Avdija Reveals the Team’s True Feelings in Blowout Win Vs. Brooklyn Nets

The Portland Trail Blazers secured a 114-95 road victory against the Brooklyn Nets on Monday, and Deni Avdija said that they badly needed the win to boost their confidence.

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.

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.

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.

Sidy Cissoko News / Last Word On Sports / March 14