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Damian Lillard return to Portland Trail Blazers

Overview

Damian Lillard has returned to the Portland Trail Blazers following a 528-day absence caused by a ruptured left Achilles tendon sustained in April 2025. In his preseason return against Golden State, the 36-year-old veteran recorded 15 points in 19 minutes, including three three-pointers.

Lillard expressed confidence in his physical state, stating, “I don’t expect to be different from who I have always been,” and noting that he feels “explosive in both directions.”

In addition to his recovery, Lillard is targeting a new milestone: becoming the sole record holder for the NBA Three-Point Contest. Having won the title in 2023, 2024, and 2026, a fourth victory in 2027 would allow him to surpass Larry Bird and Craig Hodges.

Entities

Damian Lillard · Portland Trail Blazers · Milwaukee Bucks · NBA · Hansen Yang

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Damian Lillard returns to Portland Trail Blazers aiming for NBA record

    Damian Lillard has returned to the Portland Trail Blazers after a major Achilles injury, aiming for a record-breaking fourth NBA Three-Point Contest title.

  2. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Damian Lillard returns to Portland following Achilles injury

    Damian Lillard has returned to the Portland Trail Blazers following a major Achilles injury, recording 15 points in his comeback game and expressing confidence in regaining his former elite form.

Sources

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