Damian Lillard has been out for almost two weeks and now the Trail Blazers will have him out even longer with the star guard now undergoing surgery. The Portland Trail Blazers haven’t had star guard Damian Lillard on the floor since Dec. 31 as he’s been nursing an abdominal injury that has plagued him a
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As the Portland Trail Blazers take on the Golden State Warriors, Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard addressed rumors about his unhappiness in Portland. There’s been a lot of talk surrounding Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers this week, and Lillard has heard enough of it. As the 11-14 Trail Blazers prepare to take on the
Damian Lillard wants to be paid substantially to stay with the Portland Trail Blazers, a move that will force Portland to return their loyalty to Lillard. Damian Lillard denied reports earlier this week that he isn’t happy in Portland, but his recent contract expectations show that Lillard wants to be paid what he believes he
Neil Olshey, Portland Trail Blazers. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) When is the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship Game? by Patrick Schmidt Did Kirby Smart just call out Lincoln Riley for ducking the SEC? by John Buhler Portland Trail Blazers fans are over the moon about former general manager Neil Olshey getting fired. While
Neil Olshey, Portland Trail Blazers. (Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports) Lamar Jackson brags no one has ever caught him in a game of tag by Aryanna Prasad Reminder: MLB trade discussions can still continue during the lockout by Aryanna Prasad The Portland Trail Blazers have parted ways with long-time general manager Neil Olshey. After a decade
While the Suns and Warriors have taken the NBA by storm, the Utah Jazz have quietly improved upon last year’s dominant play with the league’s best offense. The Warriors and Suns currently sit at the center of the NBA world’s attention this week, and rightfully so. The two teams have won a combined 36 of
Portland Trail Blazers General Manager Neil Olshey looks on during warm ups before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports Aaron Rodgers loses endorsement deal after admitting he didn’t get COVID vaccine by Patrick Schmidt Shailene Woodley responds to haters blaming her for Aaron Rodgers vaccination drama
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. This summer, Damian Lillard has repeatedly stated his commitment to winning with the Portland Trail Blazers but the obvious elephant in the room is the roster around him. The
The Cavaliers’ young frontcourt trio might pan out, but is it worth the investment the team made to bring them Lauri Markkanen, Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley together? It’s difficult to grasp the rationale behind the Cavaliers giving Lauri Markkanen $67 million over the next four years, even before accounting for their other moves this
Damian Lillard and Ben Simmons need to be traded. While a straight-up swap would work, it’s more fun to get a third team involved. It’s time to stop dancing around it. It’s time to make the move. The rumors, swirling. The sources, anonymous. The players, cryptic. Two enormous dominos from opposite coastlines still have to
One of the last dominoes of the 2021 offseason has fallen. How did the Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls and Portland Trail Blazers all make out? Player leverage wins the day. Almost a month after the majority of free agency was settled, restricted free agent Lauri Markkanen was able to find a new home. According to
Ben Simmons of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Danilo Gallinari of the Atlanta Hawks. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) 3 ring-chasing vets the Lakers should avoid at all costs by Baigen Seawell The Ben Simmons trade speculation is heating up and it’s getting more and more outrageous, with the Philadelphia 76ers now holding out
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers, LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Field of Dreams game was a perfect blend of past and present by David Salituro Damian Lillard just dropped huge hint about him wanting to join the Los Angeles Lakers. After nine years starring for the Portland Trail Blazers, Damian Lillard has
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Ben Simmons apparently thinks he has too much of a social life to play for the Portland Trail Blazers or Toronto Raptors. After an embarrassing playoff performance, the rumor mill surrounding Ben Simmons has been churning rapidly. The 25-year-old still has four years and $145 million remaining on his contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, but
A pair of surprising lottery teams are reportedly aggressively pursuing disgruntled Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard. Forget the NBA Finals for a minute. The next-biggest story in the league right now is the uncertainty around Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers. Although a trade this summer still feels unlikely, when it comes down
Damian Lillard’s waffling about his future leaves the Portland Trail Blazers with no good options this offseason. On Friday, Damian Lillard did everything but request a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers. In an interview with Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, Lillard made it clear that he’s no longer content with the status quo in
Damian Lillard should have a big trade market if the Portland Trail Blazers put him on the block. After nine years in the Pacific Northwest, All-NBA point guard Damian Lillard may have played his last game for the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard has been all-league on six occasions, as well as a six-time Western Conference All-Star.
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers, New York Knicks. (Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports) 3 teams who should be ready to sign Allen Robinson next offseason by Brad Berreman Watch a ripped Miesha Tate weigh-in for first fight in 5 years (Video) by Curtis Calhoun The New York Knicks will have to give up the
Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers. (Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports) UFC Vegas 31: Islam Makhachev vs. Thiago Moisés weigh-in results by Jake Foley Tour de France standings unchanged as Matej Mohoric wins Stage 19 by Marisa Wikramanayake The Damian Lillard era of Portland Trail Blazers basketball may be coming to an end. After nine seasons
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