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The Blazers Shouldn’t Fear Trading Donovan Clingan
The Portland Trail Blazers were the only NBA franchise not to add a player during this week’s NBA Draft. The Oregon franchise was absent from the talent-packed first round after conveying its pick to the Chicago Bulls as part of a transaction executed five years ago. While General Manager Joe Cronin had previously indicated an […]
Trail Blazers Still in Red Hot Pursuit of Jaylen Brown
The Portland Trail Blazers haven’t made much of a splash in the NBA offseason so far. They held no picks in the 2026 NBA Draft. They were frozen out of the trade talks that eventually sent superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. A lone Summer League roster signing adorns their achievement list so far. […]
Fire Get Torched in Record Breaking Fashion by Sky
It was a historic night for all the wrong reasons for the Portland Fire as they fell to the Chicago Sky 124-94. The Sky were dominant in the second half as they destroyed the Fire en route to the 30-point win. The Fire were led in scoring by the 20 points of Bridget Carleton. Carla […]
When Nori Met Lillard: a Golden Interview Moment
Of all the stories circulating around Portland Trail Blazers Head Coach Micah Nori, perhaps none is funnier than the moment the would-be coach came face-to-face with franchise icon Damian Lillard in a job interview. Jason Quick of The Athletic relayed the anecdote as part of a larger post on Nori’s hiring [subscription required]. It was […]
NBA Coaches Say Micah Nori Contract Impacts Potential Effectiveness
As new Portland Trail Blazers Head Coach Micah Nori was officially welcomed yesterday, fellow members of the coaching fraternity continued to weigh in on the contract the Blazers offered him: reportedly below market value, with incentives attached in order to earn increased pay, and equipped with a team option that essentially puts his job on […]
NBA Trade and Signing Tracker: Isaiah Hartenstein Extends in OKC, Isaac Becomes Available
NBA trades and signing rumors continue today as teams negotiate with their own free agents and try to squeeze in last-minute deals under the 2025-26 cap (or make pacts to swap players after the July moratorium ends and the 2026-27 fiscal year begins). The Oklahoma City Thunder will hold onto big man Isaiah Hartenstein who […]
Poll Results: Blazers Will Be Safe from Jazz This Season
Portland Trail Blazers fans are optimistic about their team’s chances to maintain or improve their spot in the Western Conference during the 2026-27 season. At least that’s the result of the latest Reacts survey in which we polled the Portland faithful about the likelihood of the newly-restocked Utah Jazz overtaking the Blazers in the West. […]
Portland Trail Blazers 2026 Summer League Schedule Released
The Portland Trail Blazers’ 2026 Summer League Schedule has been released. The Blazers released the slate via X today. Matchups include the Phoenix Suns, Orlando Magic, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Denver Nuggets. A fifth game will be added based on the results of the annual Las Vegas Tournament. Here’s the rundown of opponents, times, and TV […]
The Micah Nori Era Begins With a Jolt of Energy
Micah Nori sounds ready to run through a wall for his first NBA head coaching gig with the Portland Trail Blazers. The 52-year-old from Middletown, Ohio, didn’t just answer questions during his introductory press conference in Tualatin on Thursday morning. He attacked them with a fast-talking passion and Southern twang, befitting of his reputation as […]
NBA Tracker: LaMelo Ball Traded, Mark Williams Signs
LaMelo Ball and Josh Green have been traded from the Charlotte Hornets to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid and draft picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania: In addition to Reid, the Hornets will receive a 2033 unprotected first-round pick and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033). Charlotte also gets first-round pick swaps […]
Discussion: Blazers Introduce Head Coach Micah Nori
The Portland Trail Blazers will introduce new Head Coach Micah Nori this morning at 11am Pacific. The press conference, which will include Blazers General Manager Joe Cronin, will be streamed on the Blazers’ website here. Our very own Conor Bergin will also be on site to ask questions and report back. This is your place […]
Blazers to Sign Barry Dunning to Exhibit 10 Contract
At the conclusion of a 2026 NBA Draft in which they made no picks, the Portland Trail Blazers are picking up Pittsburgh guard Barry Dunning on an Exhibit 10 contract. Sean Highkin reported the news on X. Dunning spent four years with the Pittsburgh Panthers. The 6’6 guard averaged 12.5 points per game while shooting […]
The Sky Bully the Fire in a Rout
The Portland Fire were hammered by the Chicago Sky, 101-78, on Wednesday night. The Fire kept it competitive into the third quarter, but after that it was all Sky, who imposed another road drubbing on Portland. Seven Sky players finished in double figures, with Skylar Diggins leading the way with 15 points. Azura Stevens pulled […]
NBCA President J.B. Bickerstaff: Nori’s Contract a ‘Slap in the Face’
National Basketball Coaches Association President J.B. Bickerstaff and other NBA coaches aren’t happy about the unusual structure of Micah Nori’s new head coaching contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, according to an article by ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon and general manager Joe Cronin’s hire of Nori as a first-time head coach […]
Discuss the 2026 NBA Draft Second Round Here!
The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft stayed pretty true to form on Tuesday night. Round 2 is on the way tonight, though. The Portland Trail Blazers don’t have selections in either round but trades are possible. Buying your way into the second round usually isn’t hard. Could Portland make a move tonight? If […]
Discuss the Fire vs. Sky from Chicago
The Portland Fire are back in action after their mini-break against the Chicago Sky in the Windy City. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:00 PM PDT, with all of the action on Rose City SportsNet. This is the first of two games in a row against the Sky, the rematch will be on Friday in the […]
Is New Blazers Head Coach Micah Nori’s Contract Fair?
Yesterday the Portland Trail Blazers welcomed Micah Nori as their next head coach. The hire came after an extended process. Though rumors of their search started in May, the Blazers were the last NBA franchise to fill their vacant coaching position this summer. Along with the appointment came news of a highly-unusual contract structure for […]
NBA Transaction Tracker: LaMelo Ball Rumors Bubbling
The 2026 NBA offseason continues onward and the parade of trades and early signings continues today. Amid all the hubbub surrounding the NBA 2026 Draft, here are the transactions going down: Austin Reaves Goes Max with the Lakers Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has agreed to a max extension with his current team, per […]
2026 NBA Draft Discussion Thread
The long-awaited 2026 NBA Draft is here! The first round will commence at 8:00 PM, Eastern, 5:00 PM, Pacific tonight, with the second round to follow tomorrow. This is your thread to discuss the proceedings as they unfold! The draft will be televised on ABC and ESPN. Here is the selection order: The Portland Trail […]
Trail Blazers Reacts Survey: Is Utah Gaining on Portland?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Blazers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Today we have a question about the Northwest Division. The Utah Jazz have traded for multiple […]
Trail Blazers Hire Micah Nori as New Head Coach
The Portland Trail Blazers have hired longtime NBA assistant Micah Nori as their new head coach. Nori replaces recently-departed acting head coach Tiago Splitter, who served a single year as Portland’s lead after replacing suspended former coach Chauncey Billups at the start of the 2025-26 season. Nori has served as an assistant coach for 17 […]
Bucks Trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat
The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade saga is over. Shams Charania of ESPN is reporting that the Milkwaukee Bucks are trading the former MVP to the Miami Heat for a package that centers around guard Tyler Herro, along with young players and draft picks. The report from Charania: The Milwaukee Bucks are trading franchise icon Giannis Antetokounmpo […]
Timberwolves Dump Julius Randle to the Nets, Claxton Goes to Bulls
There’s been a blockbuster trade on the eve of the 2026 NBA Draft. Shams Charania of ESPN is reporting that the Minnesota Timberwolves have traded forward Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets. Along with Randle, Minnesota is sending the 28th pick in this year’s draft. In exchange, the Timberwolves will receive the 33rd pick in […]
2026 NBA Free Agency/Trade Tracker
Move over New York Knicks’ NBA title run, the 2026 NBA offseason is taking over the news cycle and building momentum. The NBA Draft takes place Tuesday and Wednesday. Plus, trades and signings are just starting to trickle in. NBA Free Agency officially tips off on June 30. That’s when the activity should really get […]
A Primer and Predictions for the Trail Blazers as the 2026 NBA Summer Begins
On the eve of the 2026 NBA Draft, the stage is set for excitement. The next several weeks will be full of drama and intrigue, with big name players expected to headline major trades. A tantalizing crop of rookies will take center stage this week in what is considered a deep draft, headlined with potential […]
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