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Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Scoot Henderson must embrace a Cason Wallace-like role to stick with Blazers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/scoot-henderson-must-embrace-cason-wallace-like-role-stick-blazers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6h53wsc01</guid><description>Cason Wallace&#39;s role with the Thunder is a good blueprint for Scoot Henderson to follow in order to fit with the new-look Blazers.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:59:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2109,h_1186,x_564,y_141/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6h8drnncmt1bad61t.jpg" caption="Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the first half during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jrue Holiday is already making a compelling early Sixth Man of the Year case</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/jrue-holiday-already-making-compelling-early-sixth-man-year-case?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6gvz3szg4</guid><description>Jrue Holiday has found the perfect spot to build a nice Sixth Man of the Year case with the surging Portland Trail Blazers.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 16:30:53 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2874,h_1616,x_482,y_177/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6gw18kdbjwwzpkvrk.jpg" caption="Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) reacts while shooting the ball during warm ups before playing against the New York Knicks at Moda Center on Jan 11, 2026. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Donovan Clingan’s battle with Nikola Jokic proves he’s already a premium center</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/donovan-clingan-battle-nikola-jokic-premium-center?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6fxgsw0q5</guid><description>Donovan Clingan was the X-Factor in the Trail Blazers&#39; win over Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets, showing why he&#39;s already one of the league&#39;s best centers.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:56:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1596,h_897,x_390,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6fz7hee8d7ee9p3gt.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) fight for position during the second half at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Damian Lillard already looks like the co-star Deni Avdija was missing</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/damian-lillard-co-star-deni-avdija-missing?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6ftyh3np1</guid><description>The Blazers win over the Nuggets showed Damian Lillard is stepping up in that co-star role for Deni Avdija.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:17:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3888,h_2187,x_618,y_121/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6fwv5hn9q5hr400a7.jpg" caption="Jan 6, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) smiles on the court before the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>A Lauri Markkanen blockbuster makes more sense by the day for Blazers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/lauri-markkanen-blockbuster-makes-sense-day-blazers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6fbe37dq5</guid><description>The Portland Trail Blazers should target Lauri Markkanen in a trade with the Utah Jazz.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 01:53:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3439,h_1934,x_695,y_25/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6fgr7hvgrapm6psm1.jpg" caption="Feb 3, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; sUtah Jazz forward/center Lauri Markkanen (23) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Matisse Thybulle is already making Blazers regret letting him join rival Lakers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/matisse-thybulle-making-blazers-regret-letting-join-rival-lakers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m683f4zh8b</guid><description>Matisse Thybulle&#39;s hot start with the Lakers should make the Trail Blazers regret letting him walk in free agency.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:36:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3087,h_1736,x_0,y_155/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6fcv6zzr6e4tz9n8t.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Matisse Thybulle (4) reacts to a foul call against the Utah Jazz in the third quarter at Vivint Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Anfernee Simons already looks like an offseason steal for 76ers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/anfernee-simons-looks-offseason-steal-76ers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6d03wfgg9</guid><description>Former Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons is playing well in his new sixth-man role with the 76ers.</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 23:57:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4900,h_2756,x_0,y_126/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6faj09f79de4xk2av.jpg" caption="Sep 28, 2026; Camden, NJ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers Anfernee Simons poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers should bring back Derrick Jones Jr. (and save him from the Clippers)</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-bring-back-derrick-jones-jr-save-clippers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6f5zc029z</guid><description>The Trail Blazers should target a trade for former player Derrick Jones Jr., who is playing well but is stuck on the Clippers.</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 23:15:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4115,h_2314,x_115,y_275/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6f8h0eke1vvds5vvd.jpg" caption="Feb 6, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. (5) reacts after a call during the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Trey Murphy III or Herb Jones would fix the Blazers’ wing depth problem</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/trey-murphy-iii-herb-jones-fix-blazers-wing-depth-problem?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6586z1502</guid><description>The Trail Blazers should target Pelicans wings Trey Murphy III or Herb Jones in a trade to address their wing depth.</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:57:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2422,h_1362,x_376,y_318/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6f3v3wqfygq2rrz0r.jpg" caption="Dec 17, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Scoot Henderson for Naz Reid would be a win-win trade for Blazers and Hornets</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/scoot-henderson-naz-reid-win-win-trade-blazers-hornets?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m65a90g448</guid><description>The Portland Trail Blazers should explore trading Scoot Henderson to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Naz Reid.</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:15:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5777,h_3249,x_1618,y_328/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6f1c80dj9d94shqma.jpg" caption="Oct 11, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA;  Charlotte Hornets center Naz Reid (0) looks on during warm ups against the Milwaukee Bucks at Spectrum Center.  Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers must brace for Toumani Camara’s shooting regression</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-must-brace-toumani-camara-shooting-regression?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Orel Dizon</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6exnmbf4h</guid><description>Toumani Camara&#39;s hot hand has been key for the Portland Trail Blazers&#39; blazing offense, but his shooting touch could regress sometime soon.</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:20:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2014,h_1132,x_2395,y_52/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6eybdbectxt6p3b8a.jpg" caption="Apr 12, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) drives to the basket during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) with help from teammate forward Precious Achiuwa (9) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Orel Dizon"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers already vindicated for keeping Jrue Holiday after Ja Morant injury</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-already-vindicated-keeping-jrue-holiday-ja-morant-injury?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m67g8ve62b</guid><description>Ja Morant&#39;s hamstring injury makes the Trail Blazers&#39; decision to keep Jrue Holiday this offseason look even better.</description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:13:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4182,h_2352,x_1014,y_67/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m67yt5afcmqvfxgrw7.jpg" caption="Oct 7, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) looks on after participating in warm ups before the game the Golden State Warriors at Moda Center.  Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Imagesv | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Vit Krejci’s shooting slump is becoming a bigger problem for Blazers’ bench</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/vit-krejci-shooting-slump-bigger-problem-blazers-bench?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m67bs1v34n</guid><description>The Trail Blazers need Vit Krejci to break out of his shooting slump to provide floor spacing off the bench.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:10:31 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4838,h_2721,x_480,y_61/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m67cwwc6zec8n0kb8z.jpg" caption="Oct 16, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers forward Vit Krejci (27) waits for play to resume against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Brutal Ja Morant injury comes with Scoot Henderson silver lining for Blazers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/brutal-ja-morant-injury-scoot-henderson-silver-lining-blazers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m677zrzv6x</guid><description>Scoot Henderson has a chance to step up in the Trail Blazers&#39; backcourt after Ja Morant&#39;s injury.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:28:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6414,h_3607,x_306,y_219/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m6781remx3p16m35ck.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) grabs a rebound during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ja Morant&#39;s injury puts the Trail Blazers&#39; trade gamble into perspective</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/ja-morant-injury-puts-the-trail-blazers-trade-gamble-into-perspective?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordanna Clark</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m673yqxtwv</guid><description>The Portland Trail Blazers understood the injury concerns that came with trading for Ja Morant. </description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2828,h_1590,x_2286,y_455/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m673zywst7e9htw32q.jpg" caption="Portland Trail Blazers, Ja Morant | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordanna Clark"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ja Morant injury makes it clear Blazers need Point Deni back</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/ja-morant-injury-blazers-need-point-deni-avdija-back?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m674gv6x7j</guid><description>The Trail Blazers should use Deni Avdija as a point-forward after the injury to point guard Ja Morant.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:59:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2982,h_1677,x_1185,y_284/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m675y805z7wnjmtrpy.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) heads to the locker room after participating in warm ups before the Trail Blazers play against the LA Clippers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Trail Blazers are built to survive a month without Ja Morant</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/trail-blazers-built-survive-month-without-ja-morant?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6724jjwms</guid><description>The Trail Blazers have enough guards to cover for Ja Morant, who is out at least a month with a hamstring injury.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:18:31 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3045,h_1712,x_303,y_44/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m673k2rrenj8jh3tv5.jpg" caption="Oct 16, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant (1) makes a three-point shot against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center.  Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Donovan Clingan vs. Zach Edey rivalry just keeps getting better</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/donovan-clingan-zach-edey-rivalry-keeps-getting-better?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m66x1v2j5j</guid><description>The Donovan Clingan vs. Zach Edey matchup was on full display in the Trail Blazers&#39; loss to the Grizzlies.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:15:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5424,h_3051,x_719,y_548/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m66zq3jy8zpaweth6t.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) looks to rebound the ball during the first half against Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers still haven’t solved their Robert Williams problem (and it’s worse this year)</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-havent-solved-robert-williams-problem-worse-this-year?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m66rvm4spx</guid><description>The Trail Blazers are overreliant on injury-prone center Robert Williams III, an issue that&#39;s worsened with their guard-heavy roster.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:57:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3489,h_1962,x_1067,y_228/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m66v0smjpmmj5a7prb.jpg" caption="Feb 22, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (35) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers’ first loss shows Yang Hansen should back up Clingan when Williams is out</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-first-loss-shows-yang-hansen-back-up-clingan-williams-out?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m66p2jmfcn</guid><description>The Trail Blazers should turn to Yang Hansen to spell Donovan Clingan in games where Robert Williams III is out.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:55:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7554,h_4249,x_234,y_522/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m66p53j72epftwzz88.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen (16) defends the basket during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The most predictable Damian Lillard issue happened before our very eyes</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/the-most-predictable-damian-lillard-issue-happened-before-our-very-eyes-grizzlies-threes?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jack Simone</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m65jvq8nq0</guid><description>The Portland Trail Blazers need a backup plan for when the threes stop falling.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:03:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4344,h_2443,x_1048,y_476/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m65jzzzhr8q7mh75n4.jpg" caption="Oct 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) leaves the court after the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jack Simone"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jrue Holiday is making an early Sixth Man of the Year case for Blazers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/jrue-holiday-sixth-man-of-the-year-case-blazers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m62ratmnah</guid><description>Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday is making a strong case for Sixth Man of the Year to start the season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:08:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3624,h_2038,x_1278,y_455/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m64ngz77yxwxa1a908.jpg" caption="Nov 12, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers need to prepare for inevitable Ja Morant and Damian Lillard comedown</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-need-to-prepare-for-inevitable-ja-morant-and-damian-lillard-comedown?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jack Simone</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m64k9r06y7</guid><description>The threes aren&#39;t always going to fall for the Portland Trail Blazers, so what are they going to do when they stop.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:50:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4011,h_2256,x_355,y_27/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m64kd73jqej15msn3h.jpg" caption="Oct 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant (1) reacts after the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jack Simone"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers’ Scoot Henderson would solve Suns’ growing point guard frustration</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-scoot-henderson-solve-suns-growing-point-guard-frustration?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m64cv91qqn</guid><description>The Phoenix Suns should target Portland Trail Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson to address their needs at the position.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:41:47 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3297,h_1854,x_707,y_79/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m64f1pdfwfwtcy4nse.jpg" caption="Oct 16, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) waits for play to resume against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jack Simone"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Sidy Cissoko is quietly transforming into Blazers’ secret weapon off the bench</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/sidy-cissoko-quietly-transforming-blazers-secret-weapon-bench?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m61m3d4dfs</guid><description>Sidy Cissoko continues to improve as a valuable two-way role player off the bench for the Portland Trail Blazers.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:55:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2761,h_1553,x_2453,y_366/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m62b6m17rs8s5x2yrr.jpg" caption="Oct 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Sidy Cissoko (91) reacts at the end of the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Toumani Camara’s offensive leap is making his extension a steal for Blazers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/toumani-camara-offensive-leap-making-extension-steal-blazers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m61t7j3cc2</guid><description>Toumani Camara&#39;s four-year, $82 million extension looks even better for the Trail Blazers after his offensive leap.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:13:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2705,h_1521,x_1300,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m620skn6hm3m4qvm82.jpg" caption="Feb 9, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) reacts after scoring against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jrue Holiday quickly showing why Blazers kept him even after Ja Morant trade</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/jrue-holiday-quickly-showing-blazers-kept-ja-morant-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m61md8g89h</guid><description>Jrue Holiday&#39;s versatility is proving to  fit well in the Trail Blazers&#39; crowded backcourt after the Ja Morant trade.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:20:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4111,h_2312,x_1085,y_57/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m61yj712m99s8zak15.jpg" caption="Oct 7, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) looks on after participating in warm ups before the game the Golden State Warriors at Moda Center.  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Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers’ improved defensive rebounding is unlocking a dangerous transition team</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-improved-defensive-rebounding-unlocking-dangerous-transition-team?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5gsb3e2sn</guid><description>The Trail Blazers are a better fast break team this season thanks to their improved defensive rebounding.</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:38:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4755,h_2674,x_396,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m5zd3w5nzybgnf4y9m.jpg" caption="Oct 16, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant (1) waits for play to resume against the Golden State Warriors in the second quarter at Chase Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Damian Lillard and Ja Morant backcourt might be crazy enough to work for Blazers</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/damian-lillard-ja-morant-backcourt-crazy-enough-work-blazers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5gs0dfrd3</guid><description>The Trail Blazers&#39; questionable Damian Lillard-Ja Morant backcourt pairing is a good fit early on.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:25:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4583,h_2577,x_1690,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m5jqedw53f91xyy0hh.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0), left, high fives guard Ja Morant (1) during the second half in a game against the Phoenix Suns at Moda Center. 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We saw that pay off in Portland&#39;s 124-83 win over the Suns.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:22:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5709,h_3211,x_1910,y_160/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m5jgfb955etwgjc39z.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) signals to teammates during the first half against Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) at Moda Center. 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Rebilas-Imagn Imagesm | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers vs. Suns season opener: How to watch, injury news, storylines, prediction</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-suns-season-opener-watch-injury-news-storylines-prediction?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5frbaeab6</guid><description>Previewing the Portland Trail Blazers&#39; 2026-27 season-opening matchup against the Phoenix Suns.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:28:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4726,h_2658,x_72,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m5ftzpx9bw59qa9zgs.jpg" caption="Oct 13, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant (1) smiles after a play against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Anfernee Simons finally has the chance to win the Blazers could never give him</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/anfernee-simons-chance-win-blazers-never-give?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5e0q3651j</guid><description>Former Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons finally has a shot at contention with the Philadelphia 76ers.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:29:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1481,h_833,x_263,y_219/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m5fxgt06dq9nkmkydz.jpg" caption="Jan 11, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) reacts after being fouled and scoring a basket during the second half against the Miami Heat at Moda Center. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Reese Kunz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blazers passing on extension shows Scoot Henderson isn’t the priority Cronin claims</title><link>https://ripcityproject.com/blazers-passing-extension-shows-scoot-henderson-not-priority-cronin-claims?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Reese Kunz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5b4y0cq2p</guid><description>The Trail Blazers&#39; decision to pass on a Scoot Henderson extension proves he isn&#39;t the &#34;high-priority&#34; player that GM Joe Cronin claims.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:22:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3975,h_2235,x_908,y_33/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/34/01m5b51j2tjmma71hmrp.jpg" caption="Apr 12, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) waits during a break in action during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at Moda Center. 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