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Trail Blazers hosting Wizards as they hunt down No. 8 seed

Fresh off a painful slip-up, the Portland Trail Blazers continue their pursuit of the No. 8 spot in the Western Conference when they host the Washington Wizards on Sunday.

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Why Scoot Henderson Shouldn’t Accept a Blazers Contract Extension This Summer

As the Summer of 2026 approaches, multiple NBA players will consider their future, seeking and negotiating the contracts that will carry them through the next phase of their careers.

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

Turnovers, Injuries, and an All-Around Rough Night in Rip City

The Portland Trail Blazers played with the wrong type of fire Friday night at the Moda Center. In the end, they got burned, falling 100-93 to the Dallas Mavericks (now 24-50) in a crucial game in the Western Conference Play-In race.

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The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least nine three-pointers in a game more than once in their career can you name in five minutes?

Jerami Grant News / Blazer's Edge / March 28

Jerami Grant Leaves Game with “Pop” in Calf, Coach Concerned

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant exited Portland’s game with the Dallas Mavericks tonight with an undetermined calf injury. Grant played 29 minutes, leaving in the fourth quarter.

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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.

Damian Lillard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 27

Patrick Beverley claims Blazers legend Damian Lillard isn’t a Hall of Famer

It’s no secret that Patrick Beverley and Damian Lillard have exchanged jabs at one another on the court and on social media throughout their careers. Although

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

NBA’s Proposed Anti-Tank Rules Could Harm Blazers

The NBA has a few potential rule changes intended to limit tanking – teams losing on purpose to have a better chance at a higher draft pick – and all of them could potentially hurt the Portland Trail Blazers.

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

If the NBA Expansion Draft Were Today, Which Blazers Would You Protect?

Yesterday news broke that the NBA is moving towards expansion in Seattle and Las Vegas. This will be welcome news to neighbors to the north of the Portland Trail Blazers, who have been languishing without an NBA franchise since 2008.

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

Trail Blazers Turning Up Focus, Intensity for Play-In Race

The Portland Trail Blazers clocked in for a 130-99 no-frills win over the injury-ravaged Milwaukee Bucks Wednesday night at the Moda Center in a game that was the epitome of late-March basketball in the Association.

Damian Lillard News / EssentiallySports / March 26

'Hell No': Ex-Lakers Star Says Damian Lillard Doesn’t Deserve Hall of Fame for Scoring on ‘OK’ Teams

Even before Damian Lillard could make his case for a first ring, another distraction has surfaced. In short, it’s a tough job to be a franchise leader.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 26

Trail Blazers hammer hapless Bucks

Scoot Henderson scored 23 points off the bench and the Portland Trail Blazers never trailed in rolling to a 130-99 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night.

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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 / Athlon Sports / March 25

Final Injury Report for Bucks-Trail Blazers: Will Jerami Grant, Bobby Portis Play?

The Portland Trail Blazers are at home on Wednesday night as they host the Milwaukee Bucks in an interconference matchup. Portland enters Wednesday’s game with a 36-37 record after defeating the Brooklyn Nets at home in dominant fashion on Monday night.

Toumani Camara News / Field Level Media / March 24

Blazers' Toumani Camara gushes over career night; Bucks gashed by NBPA for tanking

Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara put on the greatest shooting exhibition in his career Monday night and described it as an out-of-body experience. "I was feeling like Damian Lillard," Camara said of the injured Portland star known for his long-range shooting.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 24

Blazers Defense Has Grown, Which Could Lead to Playoff Berth

If the Portland Trail Blazers are going to compete in the playoffs, they are going to do so with defense as the primary route to success. The Blazers have a bottom-10 offense in the league, but their defense is around the middle of the pack.

Toumani Camara News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Toumani Camara’s Improved Offense Boosts Blazers’ Potential

The Portland Trail Blazers have high potential because of the roster’s talent. Deni Avdija and Shaedon Sharpe are the headliners, but they have had improvements across the board, including Toumani Camara‘s role within coach Tiago Splitter’s system.

Toumani Camara News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 24

Blazers’ Toumani Camara sets franchise record in career night vs. Nets

Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara had himself a night against the Brooklyn Nets on Monday, continuing to be one of the most underappreciated players in the NBA.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 24

Portland Trail Blazers Defensive Stalwart Sets 2 New Career Highs in Blowout Victory Vs. Brooklyn Nets

The Portland Trail Blazers have blown out the Brooklyn Nets for the second time this season, as they notched a 134-99 home win against them on Monday night, where Toumani Camara set new career-highs in points and three-pointers made.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Final Injury Report for Nets-Trail Blazers: Will Jerami Grant, Nic Claxton Play?

The Portland Trail Blazers are at home on Monday night as they host the Brooklyn Nets in an interconference matchup. Portland enters Monday’s game with a 35-37 record after losing on the road to the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 23

Road Trip Reveals Where Blazers Stand in Power Rankings

The Portland Trail Blazers are approaching the final 10 games of their regular season schedule, and they hope they can get as many wins as possible to get in 8th place in the Western Conference standings.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jrue Holiday News / Hoops Wire / March 9

Jrue Holiday quietly powering Blazers’ play-in push

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday continues to remind the NBA just how valuable he can be. Over his last five games, the veteran guard is averaging … 24.8 points, 6.4 assists and 4.6 rebounds.