Rip City Project 39 mins ago
3 takeaway’s as Portland Trail Blazers beat the Golden State Warriors
In an exciting game played at the Moda Center between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Golden State Warriors, the Blazers prevailed 108 – 106 on a huge Damian Lillard three with just 14 seconds on the clock. Here are 3 takeaways from the Portland Trail Blazers win over the Golden State Warriors Carmelo Anthony […] 3 takeaway’s as Portland Trail Blazers beat the Golden State Warriors - Rip City Project - Rip City Project - A Portland Trailblazers Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Blazer's Edge 1 hour ago
Late-Game Lillard Propels Blazers over Warriors
Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports The game wasn’t pretty, but Dame came through when it counted. When Stephen Curry and Damian Lillard met as the Golden State Warriors faced the Portland Trail Blazers, NBA observers expected a Kong vs. Godzilla battle. One immortal showed up, as Curry scored 35, but Lillard looked distressingly vulnerable as the Warriors double-teamed him all night long. Dame struggled shooting and turning the ball over until the final two minutes. A three-pointer, a pair of free throws, and a drawn charge against Draymond Green left an imprint on the game...
ClutchPoints 1 hour ago
VIDEO: Clutch king Damian Lillard strikes again with epic game-winner for Blazers vs. Warriors
Damian Lillard’s Dame Time moment never gets old, and Portland Trail Blazers fans are certainly happy to see that once again on Wednesday against the Golden State Warriors. With roughly 15 seconds remaining and the Warriors ahead 106-105, Lillard stepped up and delivered the clutch triple from the left wing to give the Blazers the […] The post VIDEO: Clutch king Damian Lillard strikes again with epic game-winner for Blazers vs. Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blazer's Edge 11 hours ago
Damian Lillard Shows Up Despite The Pain
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports After a wave of family tragedies, the star point guard aims to overcome his personal struggles. Rip City has been whispering: is Dame okay? That Damian Lillard, star point guard of the Portland Trail Blazers, has been struggling is perhaps not apparent at first look, but for many of the faithful, it has seemed obvious that something wasn’t quite right. In a recent story by Jason Quick of the Athletic, Lillard details the personal tragedies his family has faced in the last year and a half, from his cousin and chef Brandon Johnson to an...
ClutchPoints 11 hours ago
Despite major Blazers injuries, Damian Lillard and Portland are succeeding with some help in unexpected places
Despite CJ McCollum and Jusef Nurkic sidelined with injuries, Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers remain competitive in a tough Western Conference. Additionally, the team has also been without Zach Collins and Harry Giles, spreading the Blazers’ roster thin. After a four-game losing streak, Portland got back on track after achieving a much-needed win […] The post Despite major Blazers injuries, Damian Lillard and Portland are succeeding with some help in unexpected places appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 12 hours ago
Blazers star Damian Lillard calls out haters who don’t realize emotional pain he’s playing through
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard wants fans to understand his success on the basketball court does not negate the pain he has endured in his life. The Blazers star gave a raw and real interview to Jason Quick of The Athletic in which he revealed he has, at times, struggled to balance his […] The post Blazers star Damian Lillard calls out haters who don’t realize emotional pain he’s playing through appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blazer's Edge 12 hours ago
Lillard Holds His Ground in Field of MVP Hopefuls
Photo by Abbie Parr/ Despite the Trail Blazers’ slide in the standings, Damian Lillard managed to maintain his spot inside the top 10 of HoopsHype’s latest MVP rankings. The Trail Blazers have suffered four losses in five games, but star guard Damian Lillard has maintained his place in the field of MVP hopefuls in the aftermath of that skid. Earlier this week, HoopsHype’s Frank Urbina delivered an updated look at the field of top-level players. Inside that list, Lillard finished at the No. 7 spot. In his analysis of Lillard’s MVP chances, Urbina pointed to the...
Blazer's Edge Mar 2, 2021
Damian Lillard Will Not Participate In 3-Point Contest
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The point guard will sit out that part of the All-Star festivities. The Portland Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard has announced that he will not be participating in the NBA All-Star 3-Point contest, per Chris Haynes of Yahoo! Sports. Lillard attributed the decision to needing to rest. Had Lillard competed, it would have been his third time participating in the contest. Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard tells @YahooSports he has withdrawn from participating in the 3-Point Contest in Atlanta on Sunday for rest purposes.— Chris Haynes...
ClutchPoints Mar 2, 2021
Blazers’ Damian Lillard is bailing from the 3-Point Contest
According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard has decided to no longer participate in the NBA All-Star Three-Point Contest. The reason being is that so his body can further recover from what has been a grueling season so far. Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard tells @YahooSports he has […] The post Blazers’ Damian Lillard is bailing from the 3-Point Contest appeared first on ClutchPoints.
www.columbian.com Mar 2, 2021
Carmelo Anthony has 29 and Blazers down Hornets 123-111
Carmelo Anthony scored 29 points, Damian Lillard had 23 points and 10 assists and the Portland Trail Blazers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 123-111 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night.
Blazer's Edge Mar 2, 2021
Carmelo, Covington Lead Resurgent Blazers over Hornets
Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports Three-pointers and thefts spark a stirring Portland victory. In a game where everyone and their mother decided they wanted to test their range, the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Charlotte Hornets 123-111 at the Moda Center. Carmelo Anthony led the Blazers with 29 points off the bench while Damian Lillard and Robert Covington both put up double-doubles. Lillard had 23 points and 10 assists; Covington had 21 points and 10 rebounds along with two steals and two blocks. Lamelo Ball led the Hornets in scoring with 30 points on the...
ClutchPoints Mar 1, 2021
Damian Lillard’s surprising role in Slam Dunk Contest, per Blazers teammate Anfernee Simons
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons will be participating in his first-ever Slam Dunk competition, and it seems like he’s going to be bringing some help with him. Simons told The Athletic’s Jason Quick that he is probably going to use the assistance of Damian Lillard for one of his dunks. “I will probably use Dame […] The post Damian Lillard’s surprising role in Slam Dunk Contest, per Blazers teammate Anfernee Simons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blazer's Edge Mar 1, 2021
Following Losing Streak, Blazers Slide in Power Rankings
The Trail Blazers moved backwards in the latest round of NBA power rankings. The Trail Blazers endured a three-loss result during last week’s slate of games. Despite that slide, the steady play of star guard Damian Lillard kept the Blazers afloat in the latest round of power rankings. ESPN’s latest rankings moved the Blazers back two spots from No. 8 to No. 10. ESPN contributor Royce Young highlighted Portland’s well-known injury woes in his assessment of the Blazers. The bell has finally tolled for the Blazers, who through the adversity of the season had maintained a...
Blazer's Edge Feb 28, 2021
How Damian Lillard Uses Boxing to Become a Better Basketball Player
Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports Damian Lillard continues to find ways to produce on the court. His offseason work in the boxing ring may be a key reason why. Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard has made his mark as one of the NBA’s most respected basketball players since entering the association in 2012-13. As it turns out, he’s been able to use other sports to propel him to that level. ESPN’s Eric Woodyard recently wrote a feature story that highlights how boxing has made the six-time All-Star an even better basketball player. View this post on...
ClutchPoints Feb 28, 2021
Blazers’ Damian Lillard offers blunt reaction to Canelo Alvarez vs. Avni Yildirim TKO
The Portland Trail Blazers have a couple of days off before their next game, which means Damian Lillard had some time to watch to some Saturday night boxing. The Blazers superstar tuned in for the Canelo Alvarez title defense against Avni Yildirim at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The reigning super-middleweight champion easily […] The post Blazers’ Damian Lillard offers blunt reaction to Canelo Alvarez vs. Avni Yildirim TKO appeared first on ClutchPoints.
