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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 1d

While the NBA world grew enamored with a certain affable rookie center from China, Donovan Clingan quietly spent the summer redefining his physique and cementing his status as the Trail Blazers' starting center:

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Portland Trail Blazers’ ‘safety net’ center looks leaner, meaner and stronger

While the NBA world grew enamored with Yang Hansen, Donovan Clingan quietly spent the summer redefining his physique, working on his weaknesses and cementing his status as the Blazers’ starting center...

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 2d

Chauncey Billups told us not to “read into anything” based on what we saw in the Trail Blazers' preseason opener. So, naturally, we did the opposite.

A look at three overreactions following the Blazers' exhibition loss to Golden State:

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Trail Blazers fall to Warriors: Overreactions on Shaedon Sharpe, Toumani Camara, Yang Hansen

Three overreactions from the Blazers’ 129-123 defeat to the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 3d

From @matthewkish.bsky.social and @billoram.bsky.social: Tom Dundon says his group can buy the Blazers without money from the Cherng family »

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Tom Dundon says his group can buy the Blazers without money from the Cherng family

Legal filings made public Tuesday suggest an investment from the deep-pocketed Panda Express founders isn’t critical to the sale.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 3d

Chauncey Billups plans to ‘tinker’ with Trail Blazers' starting lineup and rotation in Wednesday's preseason opener — and beyond.

"No reason to read into anything. I’m just kind of looking at different rotations, looking at how it’s going."

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Trail Blazers preseason: Chauncey Billups plans to ‘tinker’ with starting lineup, rotation

It would be unwise, Billups advised, to make any grand declarations about what you see Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 3d

Chauncey Billups said he hasn't decided on his starting lineup for the Blazers' preseason opener vs. Golden State. But he added that he planned to feature multiple lineups during the team's four exhibition games.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 4d

After ‘depressing’ summer, Blake Wesley in mix for spot in Trail Blazers rotation

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After ‘depressing’ summer, Blake Wesley in mix for spot in Trail Blazers rotation

The pre-camp hamstring injury to Scoot Henderson has opened up an unexpected spot at backup point guard and, by all accounts, Wesley is in the hunt to land the role.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 6d

So nice of you to say. Thanks!

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 6d

Trail Blazers fan fest brings optimism, competition and fun

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Trail Blazers fan fest brings optimism, competition and fun

There was a little bit of everything Saturday afternoon at the Blazers' annual Fan Fest scrimmage.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 7d

The Blazers are hosting their annual Fan Fest scrimmage Saturday afternoon. Here's what to know before you go:

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Portland Trail Blazers Fan Fest: What to know before you go

The Blazers will hold their annual Fan Fest scrimmage Saturday afternoon at the Moda Center.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 7d

Trail Blazers sign Andrew Carr, Jerami Grant clarifies media day comments, Jrue Holiday and No. 11:

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Training camp: Trail Blazers sign player, Jerami Grant clarifies media day comments, Jrue Holiday and No. 11

Grant stiff-armed any controversy about his role, saying “I’m open to competing. I know what I could do on the court.”

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 8d

The Yang Hansen effect: Affable rookie from China is redefining the Trail Blazers’ global brand.

“People in China will care about Portland in a way they never have."

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The Yang Hansen effect: Affable rookie from China is redefining the Trail Blazers’ global brand

Since the Blazers stunned the NBA universe by acquiring the Chinese center on draft night, he has quickly emerged as one of the most popular — and marketable — players on the roster.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 8d

I am back, Eric.

Eric Daignault @deekle68.bsky.social · 8d

Are you back on The Beat again?

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 8d

Another note from Blazers practice ... Might want to slow your roll on any looming Arvydas Sabonis jersey retirement. No. 11 wasn't available when Jrue Holiday arrived in the summer because Bryce McGowans was still on the team. It's now available, though Holiday will stick with No. 5.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 8d

I asked Blazers veteran Jerami Grant today to expound on his media day comments about coming off the bench and he downplayed the situation, saying, "I'm open to competing" and “I’m fine, man.”

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 10d

The Blazers are looking to ‘Make ’Em Uncomfortable’ this season ... and not just on defense.

Chauncey Billups is unveiling a new offensive system this season designed to take advantage of his team's relative youth, speed, athleticism and length.

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Portland Trail Blazers unveil new fast-paced offense designed to ‘Make ’Em Uncomfortable’

The Blazers are unveiling a new offensive system this season designed to take advantage of their relative youth, speed, athleticism and length.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 25d

A pair of legendary former Trail Blazers have joined GM Joe Cronin's staff in different roles:

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Pair of legendary former players join Portland Trail Blazers staff

Two of the most revered and successful players in Blazers history are returning to the franchise.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 28d

Javonte Cooke has agreed to sign an Exhibit 10 contract with the Blazers, according to a league source. The 6-6 guard has played the last three seasons in the G League:

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Portland Trail Blazers sign player to Exhibit 10 contract

The Blazers added a 6-foot-6 guard with three years of G League experience to the training camp roster.

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Bill Oram @billoram.bsky.social · 28d

The Allen estate now has a formal agreement in place to sell the team to Tom Dundon. New wrinkle: Dundon's group now includes the Cherng Family Trust. Andrew and Peggy Cherng co-founded Panda Express.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · 28d

Portland Trail Blazers to celebrate return of Damian Lillard with downtown rally

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Portland Trail Blazers to celebrate return of Damian Lillard with downtown rally

The event, scheduled for Sept. 21, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at Pioneer Courthouse Square and is open to the public.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · Sep 9

What will Tom Dundon's ownership of the Trail Blazers look like? @lukedecock.bsky.social, who has covered Dundon & the Carolina Hurricanes for years as a sports columnist in Raleigh, joined me on the Oregonian Sports Podcast to share his insight. Give it a listen:
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Who is Tom Dundon and what will his potential Portland Trail Blazers’ ownership look like? Oregonian Sports Podcast

In the latest episode of the Oregonian Sports Podcast, Luke DeCock — longtime sports columnist at The News & Observer in Raleigh, North Carolina — joins senior writer Joe Freeman to answer these quest...

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · Sep 4

The Trail Blazers have dream plans for a revamped Moda Center. Will a new owner use them?

A look at the 30 year-old arena and what's ahead for potential new owner Tom Dundon:

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Trail Blazers have dream plans for revamped Moda Center. Will a new owner use them?

The Blazers front office has spent years readying a menu of renovation options to modernize the aging Rose Quarter arena.

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The Oregonian Sports @oregoniansports.bsky.social · Aug 14

🚨 EMERGENCY POD 🚨

@aaronjfentress.bsky.social, @freemanjoe.bsky.social and @billoram.bsky.social jump on the Oregonian Sports pod to talk about the Blazers sale and what it could mean for #RipCity going forward.

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How Tom Dundon’s proposed ownership of the Portland Trail Blazers could shape the franchise’s future

YouTube video by The Oregonian/OregonLive Sports

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · Aug 14

The Trail Blazers' 2025-26 schedule has been unveiled. Check out key dates, matchups and highlights here:

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Portland Trail Blazers’ 2025-26 NBA schedule: Key dates, matchups, highlights

The countdown to the Trail Blazers season unofficially began on Wednesday, when the NBA unveiled its regular season schedule.

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Joe Freeman @freemanjoe.bsky.social · Aug 14

Trail Blazers find a buyer, agree to sell franchise to NHL team owner:

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Trail Blazers find a buyer, agree to sell franchise to NHL team owner

Three months after the Paul Allen estate announced plans to sell the franchise, it reached a tentative agreement with Dundon and a group of investors.

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Bill Oram @billoram.bsky.social · Aug 12

Column:

Marshall Glickman was 11 when his father founded the Trail Blazers. Today, he is leading a charge to ensure the upcoming sale doesn't lead to the team's departure.

“If Portland and Oregon ... do this the right way,” he said, “then leaving is not on the table. There's no reason to leave."

His dad brought the Trail Blazers to Portland. He is determined to keep them here. | Bill Oram

If the city and state respond proactively to the threat of relocation, Marshall Glickman believes, there is no reason for the Blazers to leave.

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