James Harden breaks silence on Damian Lillard’s trade request amid his own trade question

NBA Analytics Network Two of the best players in the NBA, James Harden and Damian Lillard, have filed for a trade this summer. Harden wants the Philadelphia 76ers to trade him to the Los Angeles Clippers, while Lillard has demanded that the Portland Trail Blazers send him to the Miami Heat. Harden recently did an interview with USA TODAY Sports, and while he didn’t talk … Continue reading James Harden breaks silence on Damian Lillard’s trade request amid his own trade question

Lillard’s agent has a bold statement about heat trading

NBA Analytics Network Damian Lillard’s agent, Aaron Goodwin, told NBA insider Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald that Lillard “wants to play” for the Miami Heat. Lillard has filed for a trade with the Portland Trail Blazers. Goodwin has told non-Heat teams not to trade for his client. News: As for the message about messaging non-Heat teams, Lillard’s agent, Aaron Goodwin, tells me, “I’m doing … Continue reading Lillard’s agent has a bold statement about heat trading

Scoot Henderson on Damian Lillard’s trade request

NBA Analytics Network Scoot Henderson is poised to be the new franchise player for the Portland Trail Blazers if Damian Lillard is traded this NBA offseason. Lillard has requested a trade from the Blazers and wants to be traded to the Miami Heat. Reporter: “How are you willing to be able to cope [being the face of the franchise]? Scoot Henderson: “I’m ready to embrace … Continue reading Scoot Henderson on Damian Lillard’s trade request

Damian Lillard’s Blazers future gets major hint

NBA Analytics Network According to NBA insider Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan, Damian Lillard is actively recruiting free agents for the Portland Trail Blazers. FWIW – I hear Lillard is still actively recruiting FAs for Portland. Which would be a little weird for a guy preparing for his exit. https://t.co/zfsMbmHreR — Danny Marang (@Danny Marang) June 9, 2023 Lillard caused a stir when he … Continue reading Damian Lillard’s Blazers future gets major hint

Damian Lillard’s 42 Points Carry Blazers vs. Hawks

NBA Analytics Network On Monday night in the NBA, the Portland Trail Blazers won 129-125 against the Atlanta Hawks thanks to 42 points from Damian Lillard and a tiebreaking 3-pointer from Anfernee Simons. Murray scored 40 points, grabbed eight rebounds and had six assists for the Hawks, who lacked Star Point Guard Trae Young (ankle). Off the bench, Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 23 points for Atlanta. … Continue reading Damian Lillard’s 42 Points Carry Blazers vs. Hawks

Damian Lillard’s advice to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

NBA Analytics Network Monday was a memorable night for the Portland Trail Blazers. Despite losing the game to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Damian Lillard broke the franchise record for points scored, surpassing Clyde Drexler with a free throw late in the third quarter. It was a special moment, even doing this in the arena of a rival NBA team. Lillard has remained steadfast in his … Continue reading Damian Lillard’s advice to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander