Author: Staff
Little man Thomas reaching unexpected heights
PORTLAND — Basketball's version of Mr. Irrelevant has proven to be anything but. Former University of Washington point guard Isaiah Thomas -- the 60th and final pick of last June's draft […]
Blazers 107, Lakers 96: Reaction and analysis
PORTLAND — The fans provided the first part of the sentence — “Beat L.A.!” Then, the Blazers added “to a pulp.” Thursday, Portland didn't look like a team just hoping to […]
Trail Blazers sign forward/center Kurt Thomas
TUALATIN, Ore. — The Trail Blazers got a little bit bigger — and a whole lot older. Sunday, Portland signed 39-year-old forward/center Kurt Thomas to a two-year deal. The 6-foot-9 veteran […]
Sleep-deprived Nate McMillan discusses rebuilding
TUALATIN, Ore. — No new injuries. No surgeries or procedures on the horizon. The only real health concern the Trail Blazers had to endure Saturday was their head coach's insomnia. "I […]
Report: Greg Oden to sign qualifying offer
The Oregonian reported that Greg Oden will sign the 1-year qualifying offer on Friday for $8.9 million -- which will make him an unrestricted free agent after this season. […]
Blazers announce coaching staff — Dickau on board
When the Trail Blazers announced their coaching staff Wednesday, a familiar Clark County name appeared on the list — Dan Dickau. The former Gonzaga star — who enjoyed a standout […]
Blazers Elliot Williams, Luke Babbitt and Nolan Smith work out Tuesday
Elliot Williams doesn't need to see presents open this holiday season — seeing training camp open will be blissful enough. "When camp opens, its going to be like Christmas," said the […]
A Basketball Exec talking…Basketball? Larry Miller discusses Blazers
A VHS section at the video store. A line of newly constructed payphones. An NBA executive discussing his team's players. Talk about things we thought we'd never see again. Wednesday afternoon at […]
ESPN’s rankings out — Blazers not crowding top of the list
For weeks, ESPN filled the lockout void by teasing us with rankings of every player in the NBA. Tuesday, the top five players were finally revealed. The list? LeBron James Dwight Howard Dwyane […]
ESPN's rankings out — Blazers not crowding top of the list
For weeks, ESPN filled the lockout void by teasing us with rankings of every player in the NBA. Tuesday, the top five players were finally revealed. The list? LeBron James Dwight Howard Dwyane […]