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Blazers Forward Deni Avdija Addresses Long-Term Future in Portland

During his first season with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2024-25, 25-year-old combo forward Deni Avdija made quite a splash. In 72 healthy contests (54 starts), the 6-foot-9 forward averaged a career-high 16.9 points on .476/.365/.780 shooting splits, plus 7.3 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.5 blocks a night.

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Blazers’ Jrue Holiday shouts out ‘superstar’ Yang Hansen

Veteran guard Jrue Holiday praised rookie big man Yang Hansen during a recent conversation with Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report, calling the 20-year-old center a “superstar” for his early performance with the Portland Trail Blazers.

Jrue Holiday News / Blazer's Edge / 7 hours ago

Holiday on Trade to Blazers: Winning is ‘the Reason Why I’m Here’

The veteran guard spoke with media in Portland for the first time Tuesday following his trade to the franchise. Jrue Holiday, the Portland Trail Blazers’ big trade acquisition of the 2025 NBA offseason, is now on the record about his move to the Pacific Northwest.

Deni Avdija News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / 9 hours ago

Blazers Star Says Getting Traded Was Like ‘A Knife in the Back’

When players come into the NBA, they never expect to get traded. It's part of the business of the league that they don't even think about. That was the case for Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija.

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Yang Hansen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / 10 hours ago

Portland Trail Blazers’ biggest Yang Hansen concern despite 2025 NBA Summer League hoopla

The Portland Trail Blazers may have uncovered a gem in Yang Hansen. The 7-foot-1 Chinese center has turned heads at the 2025 NBA Summer League. But Yang Hansen’s early flashes of brilliance have already drawn comparisons to a familiar figure, Yao Ming.

Zach Lowe News / Blazer's Edge / 13 hours ago

Scoot one of Lowe’s ‘Most Intriguing Players’

Portland’s third-year guard gets some recognition from an NBA media giant On the Zach Lowe Show, Lowe and longtime frequent guest Howard Beck discussed Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson as one of their “Most Intriguing Players” for the upcoming 2025-26 season (time stamped to 32:56): Lowe: It’s a must pick.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Draft on SI / 13 hours ago

Can Yang Hansen Fit Next to Donovan Clingan on the Trail Blazers?

When the Portland Trail Blazers initially selected Yang Hasen with the 16th overall pick, many viewed this decision as a reach. However, after a successful summer league campaign, the Chinese big man has established himself as a prospect worth monitoring moving forward.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hardwood Heroics / 12 hours ago

'Many People Think I Have Beef With Him' – Portland Trail Blazers Star Reveals the Truth About Competing Against LeBron James

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija is not the type to back down from anyone, even against a superstar of LeBron James’ ilk. Avdija was recently

Jrue Holiday News / Blazer's Edge / July 28

Blazers to Hold Jrue Holiday Media Availability

The Portland Trail Blazers will at long last introduce their (second) newest point guard. The Portland Trail Blazers will introduce newly acquired guard Jrue Holiday in a 10 a.m.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 28

Blazers Forward's Departure a 'Heist' for New Team, Per Expert

Did the Portland Trail Blazers make a massive tactical mistake in letting a promising forward depart in free agency? That's the question that could come back to haunt them, at least to hear multiple experts tell it.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 28

Blazers Front Office Ripped for 'Eventful Summer' of Trades, Signings

The Portland Trail Blazers were not without an eventful offseason, although many of the rebuilding team's moves were fairly inscrutable. Portland flipped

Portland Trail Blazers News / Athlon Sports / July 28

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade Makes Feelings on Damian Lillard Clear After His Career Decision

Damian Lillard became an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his NBA career in 2025. After clearing waivers, multiple teams reached out to Lillard, but he decided to rejoin the Portland Trail Blazers on a new three-year deal.

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

Blazers Get Another C Grade for Offseason

ESPN’s Kevin Pelton gives Portland a passing grade, but not a dazzling one. As the dust settles from the busier stages of the NBA offseason, media outlets are dropping their summer report cards for teams around the Association.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 28

Blazers Nowhere Near Contending, Says Insider

Despite a flurry of major offseason moves, the Portland Trail Blazers haven't moved much closer to playoff glory, an NBA expert argues. More news: NBA

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 28

Chauncey Billups Reveals How Blazers Will Use Damian Lillard This Year

Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups made it clear how the organization is going to use newly re-signed nine-time All-Star point guard Damian Lillard next season.

Deni Avdija News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28

Deni Avdija makes ‘knife in the back’ admission about Blazers-Wizards trade

The Portland Trail Blazers acquired Deni Avdija from the Washington Wizards via trade in the summer of 2024. Since then, Avdija has become a bit of a fan favorite while the franchise rebuilds the roster.

Yang Hansen News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 28

Blazers Notes: Ex-Blazer Pleads for NBA Opportunity, Portland Slammed for $160 Million Mistake, Yang Hansen Praise

While the city of Portland celebrates the return of Damian Lillard, a former Trail Blazers is currently seeking another chance on an NBA roster, begging for a training camp opportunity to prove himself.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28

Blazers’ Deni Avdija responds to alleged LeBron James beef

The Portland Trail Blazers have an intriguing collection of young talent, including forward Deni Avdija, whom the team acquired at the trade deadline from the Washington Wizards during the 2023-24 season.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Hardwood Heroics / July 28

'His Legacy in Portland is Stamped' – Portland Trail Blazers Star’s Legacy Gets Outlined By Dwyane Wade

Portland Trail Blazers fans rejoiced when the news about Damian Lillard‘s return was first reported. After two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, Lillard was waived, which allowed the Blazers to sign him to a new deal.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Fastbreak on SI / July 27

Former 1st-Round Pick Asks NBA For Another Chance

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson last played in the NBA during the 2020-21 season when he was a member of the Portland Trail Blazers. The former Arizona star finished that year with averages of 2.5 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists per contest in 11 games (with limited playing time).