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Portland Trail Blazers roster and performance updates

Overview

Damian Lillard has demonstrated elite shooting proficiency during offseason workouts with the Portland Trail Blazers, with shot-tracking data showing a streak of 1,100 made three-pointers out of 1,168 attempts in a single session.

As the team prepares for the 2026-27 NBA season, the roster has undergone restructuring following the return of Lillard and the acquisition of Ja Morant. The franchise is shifting its focus toward becoming a postseason contender after a first-round playoff elimination by the San Antonio Spurs. While Lillard provides veteran leadership, Deni Avdija is being positioned as a central figure and the team’s offensive nucleus following an All-Star season.

Entities

Damian Lillard · Portland Trail Blazers · Bennedict Mathurin · Deni Avdija · New Orleans Pelicans

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Portland Trail Blazers roster shifts focus to Lillard and Avdija

    The Portland Trail Blazers are reshaping their roster with the return of Damian Lillard and the addition of Ja Morant, while Deni Avdija emerges as a key cornerstone for the team's future.

  2. 23 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Damian Lillard shows elite shooting in Portland Trail Blazers offseason workouts

    Damian Lillard recorded over 100,000 made shots in offseason practice, including a 94.2 percent three-point streak. Meanwhile, Bennedict Mathurin signed a two-year deal with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Sources

hoopswire.com · ripcityproject.com · si.com · sportskeeda.com