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Blazers Injury Report: Multiple Starters Could Miss Game vs Thunder

The Portland Trail Blazers will be taking on the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday but they could be without multiple key players. The list on the initial injury report for Portland is a little concerning and could leave the Trail Blazers shorthanded against one of the best teams in the NBA.

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What are the Biggest (Non-Draft) Mistakes in Trail Blazers History?

Have any recent blunders qualified for all-time status? Plenty of Portland Trail Blazers fans seem to be, what’s the polite phrase for it? Up in arms? Up in arms about our recent analysis of Jerami Grant’s contract.

Deni Avdija News / Blazer's Edge / March 6

Deni Avdija Questionable Against Thunder

Blazers could be without a key piece against the west’s best. The Portland Trail Blazers could be without a key name when they visit the Oklahoma City Thunder tomorrow.

Jabari Walker News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 6

Jabari Walker Makes Blazers History, Joining Damian Lillard, CJ McCollum

The Portland Trail Blazers suffered a 128-118 loss to the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night, in a game that carried significant weight for both teams. The Celtics were missing three key players, which created an opportunity for the Blazers, who are fighting for a play-in spot in the Western Conference.

Chauncey Billups News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 6

Blazers HC Chauncey Billups Reacts to Celtics Historic Performance vs Portland

The Boston Celtics delivered a thrilling 128-118 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night, propelled by career performances from two key role players, Payton Pritchard and Derrick White.

Jerami Grant News / Blazer's Edge / March 6

Demystifying Jerami Grant’s Contract

Blazers fans grumble about the forward’s compensation level. Fair or not? Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant is having a rough year. His shooting percentage from the floor stands at 37.3%, a low since his rookie season.

Chauncey Billups News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

How Chauncey Billups Led The Charge For The Exciting Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers have earned their way to becoming a surprising team chasing for a Play-In spot. Head coach Chauncey Billups has helped the exciting Blazers hit another level in the second half of the 2024-25 season.

Anfernee Simons News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / March 5

Blazers' Anfernee Simons Listed as Offseason Trade Target For East Playoff Team

The Portland Trail Blazers have had one heck of a season by their standards. They currently sit as the 12th seed in the loaded Western Conference and are

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 4

Evan Mobley, Toumani Camara named Defensive Players of the Month

Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley has been named February’s Defensive Player of the Month for the Eastern Conference, while Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara has earned the honor in the Western Conference, the NBA announced Tuesday.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / March 4

Surging Blazers are making a run at the play-in tournament

2024-25 was supposed to be a rebuilding, non-competitive year for the Trail Blazers. Someone forgot to tell the players.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / March 3

Anfernee Simons puts up 34 as Blazers best 76ers

Anfernee Simons scored 34 points and Shaedon Sharpe and Donovan Clingan each posted a double-double as the Portland Trail Blazers continued their strong road trip with a 119-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Fastbreak on SI / March 3

Trail Blazers Legend Damian Lillard Reacts To Meyers Leonard News

Meyers Leonard spent the first seven years of his career playing for the Portland Trail Blazers. In that span, he averaged 5.6 points and 3.7 rebounds per contest while shooting 47.9% from the field and 38.5% from the three-point range in 393 games (42 starts).

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 3

Bucks promoting Ryan Rollins, signing Jamaree Bouyea to two-way deal

The Bucks are poised to make a pair of roster moves, according to Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter links), who reports that two-way guard Ryan Rollins will be promoted to the standard roster, with guard Jamaree Bouyea getting a two-way contract from the club.

Deni Avdija News / Last Word On Sports / March 3

Deni Avdija’s Triple-Double Helps Cement His Future In Portland

Deni Avdija has continued to prove he has a place in Portland’s future. The Trail Blazers rebuild continues to improve, especially when Avdija’s triple-double is a sign of things to come.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 3

Cavs call out ref’s ‘Loss of Control’ after win over Trail Blazers

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ 133-129 overtime victory against the Portland Trail Blazers wasn’t just a battle between two teams — it was a war against the refs.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 2

Blazers forward accomplishes career-first in near-upset vs. Cavs

The Portland Trail Blazers almost pulled off a shocking upset against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. Cleveland entered the game with the best record in the NBA and in the middle of a nine-game winning streak.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Draft on SI / February 28

Options for the Trail Blazers in the 2025 NBA Draft

The Portland Trail Blazers are one of several up-and-coming organizations in the NBA, having drafted players with top picks in each of the last three drafts.

Shaedon Sharpe News / Last Word On Sports / February 28

Shaedon Sharpe’s Athleticism Has Reached A New Height

Shaedon Sharpe made headlines when he had a dunk of the year candidate against the Washington Wizards, illustrating how his athleticism is one of his biggest strengths.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 27

Trail Blazers visit Nets squad welcoming Cam Thomas back from injury

The Portland Trail Blazers seek their third winning streak of four or more games in the last six weeks as they travel to face the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night.

Deni Avdija News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Wizards' Staffers Had The Most Wholesome Encounter With Returning Deni Avdija

Deni Avdija's recent return to Washington, following his trade to the Portland Trail Blazers, was marked by a heartwarming encounter with the Wizards' staff. Upon arriving at the Capital One Arena, Avdija took the time to greet former teammates and staff members, showcasing the strong relationships he built during his tenure with the team.

Shaedon Sharpe News / Field Level Media / February 26

Trail Blazers' Shaedon Sharpe has Dunk of the Year candidate during career night in win

Shaedon Sharpe scored a career-high 36 points off the bench to fuel the visiting Portland Trail Blazers to a 129-121 victory over the Washington Wizards.

Jalen Brunson, Knicks send skidding 76ers to ninth straight loss

Pistons' win streak shows they can break longstanding losing streaks

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