Deni Avdija is ranked as the No. 8-best player at EuroBasket this year. The Portland Trail Blazers traded him to the Washington Wizards this summer. He'll play for his native Israel in this summer's EuroB basket competition.
Jusuf Nurkic has yet to play a game with his new NBA team, the Utah Jazz. The former Portland Trail Blazers center has been called out by his national coach for being "out of shape" The Jazz have to pay him $19 million for the 2025-26 season.
The Portland Trail Blazers selected Kris Murray with the No. 23 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Last season, Murray averaged 4.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.0 assists, shooting just 22.5 percent from beyond the arc. The Blazers exercised Murray's team option for the 2025-26 season.
The Portland Trail Blazers will enter training camp in late September. The team ended the 2024-25 season showing some real signs of growth. But momentum is hard to maintain when there’s six-months between competitive games.
Shaedon Sharpe was ranked 21st among the 40 best shooting guards in the NBA. The Portland Trail Blazers guard was ranked behind 20 other players.
The Portland Trail Blazers have plenty of reason for optimism this season. Scoot Henderson and Shaedon Sharpe are key to the team's future. Which guard would you bet on as Portland's next star?
The 2025-26 NBA season will be a big campaign for Chauncey Billups’ Portland Trail Blazers. Three players could be the best breakout candidates for the 2025-27 season.
Former NBA star Shawn Kemp sentenced to 30 days of electronic home monitoring. Kemp shot at two men inside a vehicle in a Washington state mall parking lot.
NBA insider Jake Fischer reports that the Golden State Warriors are interested in trading for New Orleans Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III. Murphy is perhaps the most overlooked rising star in the league. The Portland Trail Blazers need to inquire about Murphy before it's too late.
The Portland Trail Blazers have all the pieces in place to try and make a blockbuster Giannis Antetokounmpo trade happen. The Blazers have the Bucks' unprotected first-round pick in 2029 and swap rights in 2028 and 2030. Milwaukee would likely want those picks back, as not having them would defeat the purpose of a roster teardown and full-scale rebuild.
Damian Lillard signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Portland Trail Blazers. He has a player option for the 2027-28 season and a no-trade clause, which is extremely rare in today's NBA. Lillard's first-year salary will be for the full mid-level exception amount.
The Portland Trail Blazers have added Jrue Holiday, Yang Hansen, and Damian Lillard this summer. The team has also signed Blake Wesley and Dame Lillard. The Blazers have no means to trade for Anthony Edwards, but could use a veteran backup.
The Portland Trail Blazers have made a number of moves this summer. What comes next for Joe Cronin and company? Here are four questions that could well determine Portland's future.
Pods of Mike Schmitz interview of 88 minutes.
The game: April 19, 2005 at Denver Nuggets. The stats: 47 points, 19-of-33 shooting (57.6%), 1-of.3 three-pointers, 8- of-14 free throws, 12 rebounds, 4 steals, 5 blocks in 40 minutes.
The Portland Trail Blazers and Moda Health are excited to announce the Rip City Rally route for the 11th edition of the Rally across the state. Roving ambassadors from both the team and the health company will visit cities throughout Northern and Eastern Oregon. Each day’s activities will conclude with a community fair.
The Portland Trail Blazers have made a number of moves this summer. What comes next for Joe Cronin and company? The Edge Mailbag.
The Portland Trail Blazers drafted Yang Hansen, traded for Jrue Holiday, and brought back Damian Lillard this summer. David Aldridge of the Athletic ranks the Blazers’ offseason 19th out of 18 teams.
The 11th annual Rip City Rally is set to traverse Northern and Eastern Oregon. The event aims to connect with communities and promote healthy living. Since its inception in 2013, the rally has visited 38 cities, covering over 5,800 miles.
The Portland Trail Blazers signed Damian Lillard to a three-year deal worth $42 million after he was waived by the Bucks in early July. Lillard won't play at all next year as he recovers from a torn Achilles tendon he suffered in the playoffs against the Pacers. He is focusing all of his energy on returning in 2026-27. One former Trail Blazers coach has no concerns over Lillard's recovery.