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The sense one gets is that Paul Allen and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah have a strong relationship. Yes, there’s a professional dynamic at play since we’re talking about a media member alongside an NFL executive, but there’s a down-to-earth, charming banter that accompanies their sprawling interviews that can often feel like a conversation.

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / May 19

Blazers Expected Sale Could Also Bring Massive Concerns

The Portland Trail Blazers are currently undergoing a rebuild and are available for sale, with new ownership expected to step in once the sale is finalized.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Total Apex Sports / May 13

The Portland Trail Blazers Are For Sale

The Portland Trail Blazers are for sale. The Trail Blazers finished the 2024-25 NBA regular season with a 109-81 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at the Moda Center on April 13.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13

NBA franchise being put up for sale

An NBA franchise is officially heading to the open market.

20 notable NBA players who never made an All-Star Game

The '2010 NBA Finals rosters' quiz

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / May 13

Blazers Ownership Officially Announces Plan to Sell Team

The Portland Trail Blazers are officially for sale. Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian reports that the club has announced the news in a press statement. "The Estate of Paul G.

Paul Charchian is leaving KFAN, with Paul Allen bidding emotional farewell

Longtime Minnesota radio personality Paul Charchian is leaving Twin Cities airwaves for Utah. After over three decades as a contributor to KFAN, Charchian announced his departure Friday as he looks to "try something new" — moving with his wife to Utah. "I'm scared, honestly, of leaving the people I love.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / March 19

Clashing sources: Paul Allen and Alec Lewis debate Vikings’ interest in Aaron Rodgers

If you've ever wanted to be a fly on the wall when NFL insiders are obtaining information that they ultimately share with the public, you'll want to get a load of the back-and-forth conversation that happened Wednesday morning between Minnesota Vikings insider Alec Lewis and Vikings play-by-play announcer Paul Allen.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / February 14

Blazers Worth $3.65 Billion, CNBC Reports

That ranks No. 22 among NBA team valuations. The Portland Trail Blazers are worth $3.65 billion, according to CNBC’s 2025 NBA franchise valuations list.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / January 15

Paul Allen Questions Timing of Kevin O’Connell Trade Rumors

The Minnesota Vikings put together and incredible season despite ugly projections. Unfortunately the final couple of weeks were a sinking ship and plenty of rumors swirled.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / January 14

Sam Darnold's sacks drove Vikings radio announcer Paul Allen crazy

Sam Darnold was sacked nine times in the Vikings' season-ending loss to the Rams on Monday night. Those plays resulted in an NFL playoff-record 82 yards lost, a scoop and score defensive touchdown, and a turnover on downs that essentially sealed the game before the first half was over.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 17

Vikings radio announcer Paul Allen says he almost quit after 2021 season

Longtime Vikings announcer Paul Allen almost quit the job after the 2021 season, he said in a recent interview on Craig Kilborn's podcast. He was worn down late that year — which wound up being the end of the Rick Spielman-Mike Zimmer era — and wasn't sure he still wanted to do it.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 27

Minnesota Vikings games to remain on KFAN radio through 2031

In a press release where both sides said really nice things about each other, the Minnesota Vikings and iHeartMedia Minneapolis announced Friday that KFAN-FM 100.3 will remain the radio home of the Vikings through 2031.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / September 17

Very Optimistic Justin Jefferson Injury Update via KOC and Paul Allen

The 2-0 Minnesota Vikings are matched up this Sunday against one of the leading Super Bowl favorites, both entering the season, and now, the Houston Texans, who are also undefeated, after two weeks.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 15

Paul Allen's call of Justin Jefferson's 97-yard touchdown was electric

Longtime Vikings radio play-by-play announcer Paul Allen delivered another electric call during Justin Jefferson's 97-yard touchdown catch-and-run from Sam Darnold in Sunday's victory over the 49ers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 10

Paul Allen's response to Mike Zimmer drama: 'I'm out here catching strays'

It didn't get much attention when it happened, but Minnesota Vikings announcer Paul Allen did have a response to Mike Zimmer's scathing remarks in a recent newspaper interview.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 29

Former Blazers Star Drew Inspiration From Late Owner Paul Allen

Former Portland Trail Blazers star forward Scottie Pippen experienced some of the highest moments in NBA history. He was part of two different three-peats while a member of the Chicago Bulls and is one of the best players to ever step onto an NBA court.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / August 22

Will Jody Allen Be Portland’s Permanent Owner?

When longtime Portland Trail Blazers majority owner (and Microsoft co-founder) Paul Allen passed away in 2018 due to complications from his non-Hodgkin lymphoma, his younger sister Jody was named the executor and trustee of the billionaire's estate.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / July 4

Could Jeff Bezos Be Preparing To Purchase Seattle Seahawks?

The Seattle Seahawks are on pretty stable footing both on and off the field, but the ownership situation is absolutely something to monitor moving forward.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / June 30

How NFL Sunday Ticket Trial Could Complicate Seattle Seahawks Future Sale

The National Football League lost their court antitrust court case in regards to NFL Sunday Ticket on Thursday afternoon with over $14 billion in damages needing to be repaid.

Minnesota Vikings News / FanNation Bring Me The Sports / January 19, 2024

Voice of the Vikings Paul Allen questions if 'analytics add up' for keeping Cousins

Is this the year the Vikings get aggressive and trade up for a franchise quarterback? Minnesota Vikings radio play-by-play announcer Paul Allen talked

Howard Bison News / Yardbarker

25 songs that are synonymous with the films they appeared in

Here's a look at 25 established songs, not those produced specifically for a film's soundtrack, that have become well-known for their place in movie history.

Sports & Politics Intersect: USAG officials tumble as Nassar victims fight to hold those in power accountable

USA Gymnastics has long been in need of an administrative housecleaning. As of this week, it appears one is about to be forced on it.

Doc Rivers encouraging voting with pins worn by coaching staff

City of Oakland reportedly set to sue the Raiders over relocation

Trail Blazers pay tribute to late owner Paul Allen with rose on seat

Sports & Politics Intersect: Nike just does it

"Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything. #JustDoIt" - Colin Kaepernick Nike has thrown even more fuel onto the ongoing national

Tom Brady 'likes' Instagram post about Colin Kaepernick’s Nike deal

... but avoids questions about it

LeBron: ‘I stand with Nike’ amid Colin Kaepernick ad controversy

NFL projected to make $2B-plus a year from legalized gambling

Seattle arena construction will not begin without NHL expansion vote