Portland Trail Blazers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Rachel Nichols Drops Take On Damian Lillard’s Future In Portland

One of the most unexpected news stories of the NBA offseason came when Damian Lillard decided to sign with the Portland Trail Blazers. After being bought out by the Milwaukee Bucks, Dame signed a three-year, $41.6 million deal with his former team in one of the most special reunions of the summer.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

'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.

Jrue Holiday News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 27

Blazers Rumors: NBA Insider Provides Major Update on Jrue Holiday Trade

An NBA insider has unpacked the latest intel on whether six-time All-Defensive guard Jrue Holiday will be traded away from the Portland Trail Blazers after the team acquired him from the Boston Celtics for Anfernee Simons last month.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 27

Former Blazers Forward Begs NBA for Training Camp Opportunity

A former Portland Trail Blazers combo forward took to his personal X account on Sunday morning to practically beg the league to bring him back. Although he's been out of the league since his brief stint in Portland at the end of the 2020-21 season, the 6-foot-6 vet has continued his pro career abroad ever since.

NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

How many of the career leaders for games played in the NBA can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA all-time 50-point game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA steals champions' quiz

The 'Most points in a game by NBA team in 2024-25' quiz

Damian Lillard News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 27

Blazers GM Gets Honest About Watching Damian Lillard Play for Bucks

Portland Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin didn't feel great about seeing Damian Lillard in a Milwaukee Bucks jersey. Trail Blazers insider Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report revealed how Cronin feels about getting his superstar back in the Rose Quarter.

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson 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).

John Hollinger News / Blazer's Edge / July 27

Yang’s Summer League Performance Called a ‘Mixed Bag’

The Athletic’s John Hollinger said Yang was Summer League’s biggest story, with varying results on the court. The 2025 NBA Summer League has wrapped up and John Hollinger of The Athletic outlined his major takeaways from the games (subscription required).

Yang Hansen News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 27

Blazers Retail Sales Have Increased by Over 1000 Percent Since Yang Hansen Draft Selection

Portland Trail Blazers rookie first-round draft pick Hansen Yang is making waves on and off the court. The Chinese sensation got drafted in the middle portion of the first round by the Blazers, a good deal higher than expected.

Shaedon Sharpe News / Blazer's Edge / July 27

Sharpe Earns NBA’s Dunk of the Year

Shaedon topped the list of the NBA’s top 100 dunks Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe stands alone at the top of the NBA’s top 100 dunks for the 2024-25 season: Sharpe’s dunk came in the second quarter of Portland’s 129-121 win over the Washington Wizards on Feb.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / July 27

Blazers Listen: Rip City Roundtable Ep. 37 - Top 5 Offseason Moves from the Trail Blazers

It’s been a busy offseason, so it’s time to rank all the action The Blazer’s Edge staff publish in-depth content every day about The Portland Trail Blazers.

Jerami Grant News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 26

Blazers' $160 Million Signing Named Team's Biggest Mistake

The Portland Trail Blazers have generally been a well-run organization. They are a small-market team that has to improve the team via trade or with the draft.

Yang Hansen News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 26

Blazers' Yang Hansen Earns Major Praise from Anonymous NBA Exec

The Portland Trail Blazers surprised everyone in the NBA by taking Yang Hansen with the 16th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. He was initially expected to be taken in the second round, but Portland liked his potential.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / July 26

Blazers Offseason Labeled ‘Strange’

The Blazers get a less-than-ideal summer grade. The Portland Trail Blazers’ offseason has received mixed reactions from NBA writers. Yahoo Sports’ Ben Rohrbach has weighed in on the matter, giving the Blazers a C grade after bringing in Jrue Holiday, Yang Hansen and Damian Lillard.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 26

Blazers GM Says This Season is 'Winning Time' For Portland

The Portland Trail Blazers were hoping to make the playoffs this past season, despite not making any moves at the trade deadline. They ended up falling just short of that goal.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'MLB mascot names' quiz

The 'NBA Summer League MVPs' quiz

The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

Damian Lillard News / Blazer's Edge / July 26

Lillard ‘Reminds Us What Loyalty Looks Like’

The Bright Side of the Sun has some reflections on Dame coming back home The Portland Trail Blazers aren’t among the NBA’s best teams, and Damian Lillard could have gone elsewhere to continue his career following his being waived by the Milwaukee Bucks.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 26

Blazers Notes: Scoot Henderson Reaction to Dame, Jrue Holiday Recruited, Nikola Jokic Talks Yang Hansen

The Portland Trail Blazers signed Damian Lillard this month, and players are already reacting to the signing. Guard Scoot Henderson shared his excitement and shock about the signing as he gets ready to be mentored by a Portland great.

Jerami Grant News / Blazer's Edge / July 26

Does Jerami Grant Fit with the Blazers?

If the veteran remains in Portland, what’s his role? The Portland Trail Blazers roster has almost completely transformed in the three years since trading for Jerami Grant.

Deni Avdija News / Blazer's Edge / July 25

Blazers’ Avdija Trade Gets A- Grade One Year Later

Portland’s big deal of the 2024 offseason is aging well. The Portland Trail Blazers’ trade for Deni Avdija in the 2024 offseason was met with some skepticism at the time.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Blazer's Edge / July 25

Blazers Still Lag Behind in Rebuilding Process

Lots of teams are trying to get better. How well is Portland doing? In the NBA, 16 out of 30 teams make the playoffs each season. The other 14 are somewhere in the process of rebuilding, trying to regain relevance compared to their more successful peers.

Yang Hansen News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 25

Blazers Receive Major Yang Hansen Update

The Portland Trail Blazers have gotten a major update on rookie center Yang Hansen's future this summer. Now, Hansen appears to be affirming his commitment to his new NBA home.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 25

Nikola Jokic Heaps Praise on Blazers' Yang Hansen, Responds to His Request

Yang Hansen is turning some heads around the world. The recent first round draft pick of the Portland Trail Blazers hails from China — a country with an exploding basketball scene.

Damian Lillard News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / July 25

NBA Insider Questioning Blazers' Damian Lillard Signing, Direction of Franchise

Damian Lillard decided to come back home to Portland after two disappointing seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks. He was a free agent for the first time in his career and decided to head back home.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 24

Bucks executive speaks out on eating Damian Lillard's contract

According to an anonymous front office executive, who recently spoke with Keith Smith of Spotrac, the Bucks did what they thought was best to continue building around Giannis.

Why Lillard's return could be huge for Blazers' young stars

Pelicans executive makes team's stance on Zion Williamson crystal clear

Insider clears the air on James Harden's beef with Chris Paul

Why Lakers could expect Bronny James to have bigger role next season

Are Clippers positioning themselves for massive 2027 move?