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Scoot Henderson’s return not imminent

It has been nearly eight weeks since the Trail Blazers announced that point guard Scoot Henderson had torn his left hamstring in a workout and would miss the start of the 2025-26 season.

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Blazers “no-YES-no” Their Way To Defeat

In a game that looked like a sure loss for the Portland Trail Blazers, it ended up coming down to the final shot. The Chicago Bulls led 109-88 with just over nine minutes remaining in the game, but needed some last second heroics to come away with the 122-121 win over Portland.

NBA News / Blazer's Edge / November 19

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Note: Trail Blazers interim head coach Tiago Splitter has announced guard Shaedon Sharpe will be out for tonight’s game due to right calf soreness. Robert Williams III is also out due to left knee injury management.

Scoot Henderson News / Blazer's Edge / November 19

Scoot Still Not Running or Jumping After Hamstring Tear

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson is still not ready running and jumping activities, eight weeks after tearing his left hamstring in the lead up to training camp, according to The Athletic’s Jason Quick (subscription required).

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Jrue Holiday News / Blazer's Edge / November 17

Holiday Doubtful to Play Versus Suns

Portland Trail Blazers starting guard Jrue Holiday is doubtful to play against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night due to right calf soreness, the organization announced Monday.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 17

Ron Harper gives brutal verdict on Deni Avdija’s late shot in Trail Blazers defeat

The Portland Trail Blazers have been one of the biggest surprise teams in the NBA so far this season. Most people had the Portland Trail Blazers as a lottery team, but they have competed hard.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / November 17

Trail Blazers’ Biggest Weakness Exposed In Latest Loss

The latest five-game road trip has not been kind to the Portland Trail Blazers. They had a decent 5-4 record, including a win against the OKC Thunder. But with this latest loss to the Dallas Mavericks, Portland is now at 6-7.

Deni Avdija News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 17

Deni Avdija apologizes for one of the worst game-winning attempts you’ll ever see

The Portland Trail Blazers have a real ace in Deni Avdija. Currently, he is averaging 26.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game. However, he came up woefully short when the game was on the line against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / November 15

Lakers, others asked to turn over cell phones in gambling probe

Lakers among several teams asked to turn over cell phones in NBA gambling investigation

As part of its investigation into illegal gambling, the NBA has asked several teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers, to turn over documents and other items.

Tiago Splitter News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 15

Blazers Interim Coach Tiago Splitter Credited with Helping Rival Become All-Star

Portland Trail Blazers interim head coach Tiago Splitter has made the most out of the unique opportunity he was handed when former head coach Chauncey Billups was arrested in part of a shocking series of gambling-related charges made by the FBI.

Shaedon Sharpe News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 14

Shaedon Sharpe Makes Special Blazers History vs Pelicans

The Portland Trail Blazers snapped a two-game losing streak with a 125-117 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night. The Trail Blazers' win was due much in part to an explosive performance from shooting guard Shaedon Sharpe, who scored 35 points — just two points shy of a career high for the four-year player.

Deni Avdija News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / November 13

Blazers’ Deni Avdija Sets Epic Scoring Streak After Win vs Pelicans

The Portland Trail Blazers have put together a solid start to the 2025-26 season, largely in part to the efforts of forward Deni Avdija. Avdija has scored 25 or more points in his last five games, marking the longest streak of his career.

Portland Trail Blazers News / The Predictors / November 13

Sharpe’s season-high 35 points power Trail Blazers past Pelicans, 125–117

Shaedon Sharpe poured in a season-high 35 points and Deni Avdija added 32 as the Portland Trail Blazers topped the New Orleans Pelicans 125–117 on Wednesday night at the Smoothie King Center.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / November 13

The Winning Formula for the Trail Blazers’ 2025-26 Season

The Portland Trail Blazers’ 2025-26 season has been a mixed bag, but the team has the potential to succeed. Deni Avdija’s rise has been fantastic to watch for Blazers fans, as he is playing All-Star-level basketball.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / November 12

Shaedon Sharpe (35 points) helps Blazers snap skid vs. Pelicans

Shaedon Sharpe scored a season-best 35 points and Deni Avdija had 32 as the visiting Portland Trail Blazers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 125-117 on Wednesday.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / November 12

Blazers Have Future Star on the Roster

After a slow start to the 2025-26 season, Shaedon Sharpe has been better in the past few games. It has not led to many wins, but the potential is there to stand out in Tiago Splitter’s system.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 11

Trail Blazers primed for road reward against Pelicans

Portland heads to New Orleans for the third stop of its five-game road swing, still chasing the first win of the trip when the teams meet on Wednesday.

Desmond Bane News / Yardbarker / November 10

Desmond Bane breaks out of shooting slump at the perfect moment

Desmond Bane was 0-5 from three-point range for the first 47:59 of Monday's game and shooting 26% from deep on the season. He picked the perfect time to finally make one.

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Damian Lillard News / The SportsRush / November 6

‘Jordan Rules’ Author Doesn’t Believe Damian Lillard Deserved NBA 75 Spot

There was special excitement surrounding the release of the NBA 75th anniversary team in 2021, where there were some eyebrow-raising inclusions and some surprising omissions.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / November 6