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Blazers’ Robert Williams III puts Dylan Cardwell on a poster during Kings clash

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The Portland Trail Blazers are flying high after sweeping the Oklahoma City Thunder in back-to-back games at home. Those wins put the Blazers up to 8-3, fifth in the very competitive Western Conference. The Blazers are searching for their third straight win on Friday against the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Cup. Robert Williams III […] The post Blazers’ Robert Williams III puts Dylan Cardwell on a poster during Kings clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Damian Lillard and Blazers send shockwaves with 2 straight wins vs. Thunder

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The Portland Trail Blazers just put the entire Western Conference on notice. One night after blowing out the Oklahoma City Thunder 123-103, Damian Lillard and company ran it back Wednesday night at Moda Center and took down the shorthanded Thunder again, 118-108. Beating a conference powerhouse once grabs attention. Doing it on back-to-back nights sends […] The post Damian Lillard and Blazers send shockwaves with 2 straight wins vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Blazers join Heat in pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s ex-Bucks teammate

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Free-agent guard Kevin Porter Jr. is seen as a coveted free agent early this season. The Milwaukee Bucks waived Porter ahead of the season in October, hoping to trim their roster to under 15 players after acquiring several players following the trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Now Porter has drawn the eye of Antetokounmpo’s new team, […] The post NBA rumors: Blazers join Heat in pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s ex-Bucks teammate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jrue Holiday walked away from the rest of his 2020 NBA salary to fight systemic racism; he and wife Lauren pledged up to $5 million to Black-owned businesses and nonprofits

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Jrue and Lauren Holiday put his NBA earnings toward helping communities in need.

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Robert Williams confronted by a Lakers employee over a classy act

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Portland Trail Blazers big man Robert Williams III just wanted to do his teammate a solid when he was confronted by a Los Angeles Lakers employee. According to Jason Quick of The Athletic, Williams made it his mission to get the game ball following the Blazers’ 124-118 loss to the Lakers on Friday at Crypto.com … The post Robert Williams confronted by a Lakers employee over a classy act appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers Staffer’s Actions Toward Blazers Player After Game Spark Controversy

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The Portland Trail Blazers faced off against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night, suffering a 124-118 defeat in a competitive Western Conference matchup. However, an unusual postgame interaction involving a Lakers staff member and Portland center Robert Williams III has quickly become an interesting talking point.According to Jason Quick of The Athletic, Williams attempted […] The post Lakers Staffer’s Actions Toward Blazers Player After Game Spark Controversy appeared first on HEAVY.

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25 NBA Stars Most Likely Gone By The 2027 NBA Trade Deadline

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The 2026-27 NBA season is in full swing. And early on, some teams have impressed, while others have disappointed. After getting their feet wet, it seems like some teams are already looking to make some roster adjustments to prepare for postseason action or to rebuild for the next chapter. As a result, a handful of […] The post 25 NBA Stars Most Likely Gone By The 2027 NBA Trade Deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Suns Proposed Trade Lands NBA Champion Point Guard

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The season is off to a dud for the Phoenix Suns, who were one of the surprise teams in the league last season, and now the team has been linked to a number of potential trade targets as they try to get a jump in turning their season around. The Suns have had a clear […] The post Suns Proposed Trade Lands NBA Champion Point Guard appeared first on HEAVY.

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Anfernee Simons hits bench scoring mark not seen since 2024

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The Philadelphia 76ers might have added star power this offseason, but to win a championship, they’re going to need consistent depth and production from their role players. To that end, the 76ers have gotten strong bench play from Anfernee Simons, who reached a big mark in NBA history during the team’s win against the Charlotte […] The post Anfernee Simons hits bench scoring mark not seen since 2024 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ja Morant’s Injury Opens the Door for Scoot Henderson

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After Ja Morant suffered a Grade 2 hamstring strain that will leave him sidelined for at least four weeks, Scoot Henderson will have an opportunity to help fill the void and possibly resurrect his career in Portland. The post Ja Morant’s Injury Opens the Door for Scoot Henderson appeared first on HEAVY.

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Blazers Head Coach Details Ja Morant’s Reaction on Concerning Injury

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Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant suffered a left hamstring injury during the fourth quarter of the 124-103 home loss to his former team, the Memphis Grizzlies, on Thursday, Oct. 29. Morant grabbed at the back of his left leg after a sequence midway through the fourth quarter and went straight to the bench to […] The post Blazers Head Coach Details Ja Morant’s Reaction on Concerning Injury appeared first on HEAVY.

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Blazers Announce Bad Injury News About Ja Morant

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The Portland Trail Blazers hit a setback with one of their main players on Thursday night in the loss against the Memphis Grizzlies. According to the Trail Blazers PR, Morant has exited the game against the Grizzlies because he picked up a left hamstring injury.   INJURY UPDATE: Ja Morant (L Hamstring) will not return to […] The post Blazers Announce Bad Injury News About Ja Morant appeared first on HEAVY.

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Blazers’ Damian Lillard gets his ‘Dame Time’ moment in Lakers stunner

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Damian Lillard, even at age 36 and coming off a ruptured Achilles, still got it. On Tuesday night, it was Lillard who drove the dagger into the Los Angeles Lakers’ heart, powering the Portland Trail Blazers to a 136-129 victory to stay unbeaten through three contests. The fourth quarter saw the Blazers and Lakers trade […] The post Blazers’ Damian Lillard gets his ‘Dame Time’ moment in Lakers stunner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Damian Lillard, Blazers weather Luka Doncic’s 41 points to take down Lakers

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Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers completed a come-from-behind win against the Los Angeles Lakers, 136-129, at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. The Trail Blazers stayed undefeated and dealt the Lakers their first loss. Lillard came up big in the clutch again, sinking a dagger three-pointer to give the Trail Blazers a six-point lead with […] The post Damian Lillard, Blazers weather Luka Doncic’s 41 points to take down Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jeff Teague demands Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo changes way he plays – ‘It wasn’t fun playing with him’

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Former NBA guard Jeff Teague believes Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo needs to change his playing style if the team hopes to overcome its disappointing 0-4 start to the 2026-27 season. Teague, who played alongside Antetokounmpo during the Milwaukee Bucks’ 2021 championship run, criticized the two-time MVP on the latest episode of the “Club 520” […] The post Jeff Teague demands Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo changes way he plays – ‘It wasn’t fun playing with him’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Portland Trail Blazers Make Scoot Henderson Injury Announcement Before Lakers Game

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Scoot Henderson has landed on the Trail Blazers' injury report before Tuesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, adding uncertainty to Portland's rotation. The post Portland Trail Blazers Make Scoot Henderson Injury Announcement Before Lakers Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Darius Acuff Jr. shows love to Damian Lillard ahead of Kings-Blazers

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Darius Acuff Jr. will face an acid test on Friday as the Sacramento Kings host the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center for their home opener. He will battle the backcourt duo of Damian Lillard and Ja Morant, who are both battle-tested and always ready to embarrass anyone. Acuff will be eager to redeem […] The post Darius Acuff Jr. shows love to Damian Lillard ahead of Kings-Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics Trade Pitch Lands $100 Million Star as Perfect Jayson Tatum Fit

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Following a first-round playoff exit, the Boston Celtics have been urged to pursue players in the offseason who can improve their interior presence. While there isn’t a host of readily available names, the Celtics can make a deal happen for some big players if they weigh their options on the market. Boston holds a significant […] The post Celtics Trade Pitch Lands $100 Million Star as Perfect Jayson Tatum Fit appeared first on HEAVY.

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Miami Heat Trade Proposal Pitched For Blazers Guard Jrue Holiday

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The Miami Heat may have a chance towards acquiring veteran guard Jrue Holiday to improve their chances of making the playoffs this season. Holiday spent the past season with the Portland Trail Blazers after the Boston Celtics lost him to save salary cap space. Miami is reportedly interested in drastically improving the roster via their […] The post Miami Heat Trade Proposal Pitched For Blazers Guard Jrue Holiday appeared first on HEAVY.

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Blazers could trade former All-Star this offseason

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The Portland Trail Blazers took a significant step forward this season, making this a significant offseason for them. It could see them move on from a former All-Star due to a positional logjam, though. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line wrote Saturday that the Blazers are expected to field significant trade interest in veteran guard … The post Blazers could trade former All-Star this offseason appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo could reunite with his former co-star

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Giannis Antetokounmpo could be getting a chance to run it back … in the Pacific Northwest. The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to emerge as a “prime trade suitor” for the unhappy Milwaukee Bucks star Antetokounmpo this summer, veteran NBA writer Jake Fischer reported to Substack on Saturday. Fischer notes that this will be the … The post Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo could reunite with his former co-star appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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