Joe Freeman
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Senior Writer for The Oregonian/OregonLive covering the Portland Trail Blazers and NBA.
From NBA champion to Trail Blazers’ stoic stabilizer: A look at Tiago Splitter’s unexpected coaching journey »
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From NBA champion to Blazers’ stoic stabilizer: Tiago Splitter’s unexpected coaching journey
Splitter's “stoic ... beach bum” vibes have served him well as he’s guided the Blazers through a period of unique drama, during which he’s provided stability and leadership at a time of turmoil.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:02 AM
From NBA champion to Trail Blazers’ stoic stabilizer: A look at Tiago Splitter’s unexpected coaching journey »
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Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe, who has missed the last four games with a right calf strain, will return tonight vs. the Spurs.
November 27, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe, who has missed the last four games with a right calf strain, will return tonight vs. the Spurs.
From NBA champion to Trail Blazers’ stoic stabilizer: A look at Tiago Splitter’s unexpected coaching journey »
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From NBA champion to Blazers’ stoic stabilizer: Tiago Splitter’s unexpected coaching journey
Splitter's “stoic ... beach bum” vibes have served him well as he’s guided the Blazers through a period of unique drama, during which he’s provided stability and leadership at a time of turmoil.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:07 PM
From NBA champion to Trail Blazers’ stoic stabilizer: A look at Tiago Splitter’s unexpected coaching journey »
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Update: Tiago Splitter says Shaedon Sharpe is out and is scheduled to undergo medical testing on his sore calf. Jerami Grant was going through his regular pregame warmup and seemed likely to play.
The Blazers' injury report just keeps expanding ... Scoot (hamstring), Holiday (calf), Lillard (Achilles), Thybulle (thumb) and Wesley (foot) are out as expected.
Also, Williams (knee management) is out, Sharpe (calf) is doubtful and Grant (illness) is questionable vs. Chicago.
Also, Williams (knee management) is out, Sharpe (calf) is doubtful and Grant (illness) is questionable vs. Chicago.
November 20, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Update: Tiago Splitter says Shaedon Sharpe is out and is scheduled to undergo medical testing on his sore calf. Jerami Grant was going through his regular pregame warmup and seemed likely to play.
The Blazers' injury report just keeps expanding ... Scoot (hamstring), Holiday (calf), Lillard (Achilles), Thybulle (thumb) and Wesley (foot) are out as expected.
Also, Williams (knee management) is out, Sharpe (calf) is doubtful and Grant (illness) is questionable vs. Chicago.
Also, Williams (knee management) is out, Sharpe (calf) is doubtful and Grant (illness) is questionable vs. Chicago.
November 20, 2025 at 12:28 AM
The Blazers' injury report just keeps expanding ... Scoot (hamstring), Holiday (calf), Lillard (Achilles), Thybulle (thumb) and Wesley (foot) are out as expected.
Also, Williams (knee management) is out, Sharpe (calf) is doubtful and Grant (illness) is questionable vs. Chicago.
Also, Williams (knee management) is out, Sharpe (calf) is doubtful and Grant (illness) is questionable vs. Chicago.
The depleted Blazers will be without another key player tonight vs. the Suns: Jerami Grant has been ruled out with an illness.
November 19, 2025 at 3:40 AM
The depleted Blazers will be without another key player tonight vs. the Suns: Jerami Grant has been ruled out with an illness.
Blazers PG Jrue Holiday will not play tonight vs. the Mavs because of right calf soreness. Jerami Grant is expected to start in his place.
November 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Blazers PG Jrue Holiday will not play tonight vs. the Mavs because of right calf soreness. Jerami Grant is expected to start in his place.
After blowout loss to Rockets, Blazers hold players-only meeting: ‘We can play way better’
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After blowout loss to Rockets, Blazers hold players-only meeting: ‘We can play way better’
"We’re like family here. And families have to say what’s on their mind.”
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November 15, 2025 at 6:22 AM
After blowout loss to Rockets, Blazers hold players-only meeting: ‘We can play way better’
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Yang Hansen has been assigned to the Rip City Remix for two G League games this weekend. It'll be his first game action since Oct. 29:
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Blazers’ Yang Hansen assigned to Rip City Remix, will play in G League games this weekend
The 7-foot-2 rookie center from China is expected to play in upcoming Remix games at the Valley Suns and the South Bay Lakers.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Yang Hansen has been assigned to the Rip City Remix for two G League games this weekend. It'll be his first game action since Oct. 29:
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The Trail Blazers are assigning Yang Hansen to the Rip City Remix to play G League games in Phoenix (Friday) and Los Angeles (Sunday). He’s expected to rejoin the Blazers when the team returns to Portland next week.
November 13, 2025 at 9:11 PM
The Trail Blazers are assigning Yang Hansen to the Rip City Remix to play G League games in Phoenix (Friday) and Los Angeles (Sunday). He’s expected to rejoin the Blazers when the team returns to Portland next week.
Trail Blazers’ Jerami Grant on ejection in New Orleans: ‘Just got into a little tussle’
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Blazers’ Jerami Grant on ejection in New Orleans: ‘Just got into a little tussle’
"It’s part of the game. ... We’re not going to back down from anything."
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November 13, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Trail Blazers’ Jerami Grant on ejection in New Orleans: ‘Just got into a little tussle’
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The Blazers saw a glimpse of “Training camp Shae” last night in their win at New Orleans:
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‘Training camp’ Shaedon Sharpe delivers ‘unbelievable’ game, lifts Blazers over Pelicans
Sharpe punished the Pelicans from all three levels, erupting for a season-high 35 points while adding five rebounds, three assists and two steals in a performance that was both clutch and needed.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:58 PM
The Blazers saw a glimpse of “Training camp Shae” last night in their win at New Orleans:
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After review, officials have ejected Grant and Missi from the game. Also, Shaedon Sharpe and Herbert Jones were given technicals for their involvement in the aftermath ... but will remain in the game.
Jerami Grant and Yves Missi were involved in a fracas midway through the 2nd Q of the Blazers' game at New Orleans. Looked like they were jockeying for rebounding position, had a little pushing and shoving, and Missi appeared to grab Grant's neck. Officials are reviewing
November 13, 2025 at 1:55 AM
After review, officials have ejected Grant and Missi from the game. Also, Shaedon Sharpe and Herbert Jones were given technicals for their involvement in the aftermath ... but will remain in the game.
Jerami Grant and Yves Missi were involved in a fracas midway through the 2nd Q of the Blazers' game at New Orleans. Looked like they were jockeying for rebounding position, had a little pushing and shoving, and Missi appeared to grab Grant's neck. Officials are reviewing
November 13, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Jerami Grant and Yves Missi were involved in a fracas midway through the 2nd Q of the Blazers' game at New Orleans. Looked like they were jockeying for rebounding position, had a little pushing and shoving, and Missi appeared to grab Grant's neck. Officials are reviewing
Trail Blazers after 10 games: What we know, what we don’t know about NBA’s new ‘tough out’
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Trail Blazers after 10 games: What we know, what we don’t know about NBA’s new ‘tough out’
A look at the Blazers' pace of play, Deni Avdija's incredible start to the season and the league's new tough out.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Trail Blazers after 10 games: What we know, what we don’t know about NBA’s new ‘tough out’
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From last night: Trail Blazers rally from 22-point deficit to stun Oklahoma City, end 16-game losing streak vs. Thunder.
“We’re tough. We’re aggressive. We’re talented. we’re young. We’re fast. And we’re on an uprise. There’s something special in Portland ..."
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“We’re tough. We’re aggressive. We’re talented. we’re young. We’re fast. And we’re on an uprise. There’s something special in Portland ..."
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‘Something special in Portland:’ Trail Blazers rally from 22-point deficit to stun Oklahoma City
The Blazers hand the Thunder their first loss of the season, showing yet again they are no longer a bumbling, fumbling, punching bag the rest of the NBA beats up on.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:49 PM
From last night: Trail Blazers rally from 22-point deficit to stun Oklahoma City, end 16-game losing streak vs. Thunder.
“We’re tough. We’re aggressive. We’re talented. we’re young. We’re fast. And we’re on an uprise. There’s something special in Portland ..."
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“We’re tough. We’re aggressive. We’re talented. we’re young. We’re fast. And we’re on an uprise. There’s something special in Portland ..."
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The Trail Blazers have announced that backup guard Blake Wesley fractured the fifth metatarsal in his right foot in the win over the Nuggets and is out indefinitely.
November 3, 2025 at 1:22 AM
The Trail Blazers have announced that backup guard Blake Wesley fractured the fifth metatarsal in his right foot in the win over the Nuggets and is out indefinitely.
The Trail Blazers plan to assign Yang Hansen to the Rip City Remix this weekend to practice with the G League team, per team source. The rookie center will rejoin the Blazers Monday for their game vs. the Lakers.
November 1, 2025 at 5:29 PM
The Trail Blazers plan to assign Yang Hansen to the Rip City Remix this weekend to practice with the G League team, per team source. The rookie center will rejoin the Blazers Monday for their game vs. the Lakers.
Robert Williams III makes season debut in Trail Blazers’ win: ‘He was amazing’
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Robert Williams III makes season debut in Trail Blazers’ win: ‘He was amazing’
The most important development in the Blazers’ entertaining, down-to-the-wire win over the Denver Nuggets came with 7:34 remaining in the first quarter, when the veteran center checked into a game for...
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November 1, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Robert Williams III makes season debut in Trail Blazers’ win: ‘He was amazing’
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Matisse Thybulle underwent surgery this morning to repair a tear of the UCL in his left thumb, according to the Blazers. The backup wing is expected to be reevaluated in 4-6 weeks. Thybulle suffered the injury Wednesday at Utah.
October 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Matisse Thybulle underwent surgery this morning to repair a tear of the UCL in his left thumb, according to the Blazers. The backup wing is expected to be reevaluated in 4-6 weeks. Thybulle suffered the injury Wednesday at Utah.
From last night: As Trail Blazers roll Los Angeles Lakers, a protege outplays his old mentor:
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As Portland Trail Blazers roll Los Angeles Lakers, a protege outplays his old mentor
The 7-foot-2 bulldog center finished with season highs in points (16), rebounds (14) and field goals (eight), while adding two blocks, two assists and recording his first double-double of the season.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:36 PM
From last night: As Trail Blazers roll Los Angeles Lakers, a protege outplays his old mentor:
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Tiago Splitter says backup wing Matisse Thybulle (right hip soreness) is out tonight vs. the Lakers.
October 28, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Tiago Splitter says backup wing Matisse Thybulle (right hip soreness) is out tonight vs. the Lakers.
The Blazers announced that they have assigned Robert Williams III to the Rip City Remix of the G League for return to court conditioning. The Remix open training camp today, so this will allow him extra practice time as he nears a return to the Blazers.
October 27, 2025 at 7:21 PM
The Blazers announced that they have assigned Robert Williams III to the Rip City Remix of the G League for return to court conditioning. The Remix open training camp today, so this will allow him extra practice time as he nears a return to the Blazers.
Trail Blazers’ tough reality: Clippers loss shows challenges await in wake of Billups’ arrest:
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Trail Blazers’ tough reality: Clippers loss shows challenges await in wake of Billups’ arrest
The Blazers are leaning on basketball to move forward, but what happens when the basketball itself becomes an obstacle?
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October 27, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Trail Blazers’ tough reality: Clippers loss shows challenges await in wake of Billups’ arrest:
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