Portland Trail Blazers
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Portland Trail Blazers, translated into English and compared across sources. 29 recent stories.
New Portland coach Mike Nori says the Blazers are ready to build on last year’s playoff run
Mike Nori held his first press conference as Portland’s new head coach on Thursday night. He said the Trail Blazers are coming off a playoff season, praised the previous staff, an…
Could Portland Be Cut Out of a Jeremy Grant Deal to Minnesota?
Minnesota’s reshaped roster may make Portland forward Jeremy Grant a trade target. The Timberwolves could pursue him via a deal, while Charlotte’s new $40 million trade exception…
What Comes Next for Noam Yaacov After Going Undrafted?
Noam Yaacov went undrafted in the NBA draft in New York, leaving him with several paths toward the league. He is set to play for Israel, may join the Las Vegas Summer League start…
Portland's New Coach Brings Humor, Tactics and a Short Contract to Damian Lillard's Former Team
Portland hired Micah Nori as Danny Avdija’s new coach, betting on his blend of humor, communication and tactical acumen. He signed an unusual one-year deal with team options, refl…
Meet Micah Nori, Portland’s new head coach after Splitter’s exit
Portland has hired Minnesota assistant Micah Nori as its new head coach after Tiago Splitter departed for Chicago. The piece traces Nori’s rise from a 1988 phone call from Butch C…
Blazers Fan Pushes Back on Anthony Davis Rumor After New Coach Hire
Portland is set to hire Minnesota assistant Micah Nori as its new coach, while a report that Anthony Davis could be a target drew sharp backlash from a Blazers podcaster. Mike Ric…
Portland May Be the Real Winner After the Giannis Trade to Miami
Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded to Miami on Tuesday morning, and the move may benefit Portland more than it seemed. The Trail Blazers hold Milwaukee’s future first-round picks fo…
Miami Lands Giannis in Blockbuster That Reshapes the East
Miami traded a major package for Giannis Antetokounmpo, giving the Heat a win-now core around Erik Spoelstra and Bam Adebayo. Milwaukee turned Giannis' exit into a younger asset h…
Blockbuster NBA Trade Sends Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami
Milwaukee has agreed to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat in a historic NBA deal. Miami lands Antetokounmpo while Milwaukee gets Tyler Herro, Kel'el W…
Deni Avdija says his in-season crash was more serious than first reported
Deni Avdija revealed new details about a serious in-season car accident in an interview on Israel’s Channel 12. Portland media member Mike Richman said the incident had been under…
Robert Williams Drawing Interest as Portland Faces Offseason Decisions
Robert Williams is drawing interest from NBA contenders, including the Lakers, as free agency nears. The 29-year-old center may stay in Portland, but the Blazers’ coaching vacancy…
Portland's Giannis Chase Could Complicate Deni Avdija's Future Contract
Giannis Antetokounmpo's summer decision could trigger a major Portland trade hunt, with Boston and Miami leading the race. The Trail Blazers are weighing Jayson Brown, but his hug…
Deni Avdija Opens Up About Pressure, Loneliness and Life in the NBA
Deni Avdija spoke in a rare interview about NBA stardom, loneliness, family pressure, and his life in Portland. He also described a serious car crash, his difficult relationship w…
Portland Emerges as a Possible Landing Spot for LeBron Ally Chris Jent
Portland is close to hiring a third head coach in three seasons, with Chris Jent now a leading candidate. The veteran assistant is known for his work with LeBron James, his offens…
Trae Young Reportedly Turns Down $48.9 Million and Could Reset the NBA Market
Trae Young is expected to decline a $48,967,380 player option after a brief stint with Washington. The report reviews his career, including four All-Star selections, 2021 Eastern…
Portland cools on a Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster
Portland is reportedly backing away from a possible trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Trail Blazers, which had once considered offering four first-round picks, now believe he i…
Portland Left Scrambling as Splitter Heads to Chicago
Portland is set to hire its third coach in three seasons after Tiago Splitter agreed to become Chicago’s head coach. The Trail Blazers are now waiting on owner Tom Dundon, who was…
Portland Will Not Release Deni Avdija for Israel's National Team Camp
Deni Avdija will not be released by Portland to play for Israel in July World Cup qualifying. The Israel Basketball Association said it received an NBA letter confirming Portland’…
Jalen Brunson Leads the Knicks to a Historic Title, While Victor Wembanyama Draws Criticism
Jalen Brunson scored 45 points to lead the New York Knicks to their first NBA title since 1973. The article portrays Victor Wembanyama as losing goodwill during the playoffs, whil…
ESPN Puts Oklahoma City and San Antonio Ahead of Champion New York
ESPN’s preseason NBA power rankings place Oklahoma City first, San Antonio second and champion New York third. Portland is 19th and Brooklyn 29th, while U.S. betting markets also…
U.S. outlet urges Portland to keep Jrue Holiday for Deni Avdija’s title push
A U.S. outlet says Portland should keep Jrue Holiday if it makes a major summer trade around Deni Avdija. It argues Holiday’s defense, leadership and playoff experience would be e…
How Leon Rose Built the Knicks, Step by Step
The New York Knicks won their first NBA title in 53 years, beating San Antonio 4-1. The article credits team president Leon Rose for building the roster through trades, smart draf…
Blazers Urged to Keep Deni Avdija Out of Any Jalen Brown Deal
U.S. NBA chatter is linking Jalen Brown to Portland in a possible three-team trade. Analyst Jack Simon says the Trail Blazers should not include Deni Avdija, even if Milwaukee ask…
Pelicans Open Door to Trey Murphy Trade as Blazers Watch
New Orleans has reportedly become willing to discuss a trade for Trey Murphy, a player linked to Portland as a fit with Deni Avdija. The Pelicans would demand a significant return…
Portland Assistant Coach Praises Deni Avdija’s Breakout Season
Portland assistant coach James Posey praised Deni Avdija’s career-best season, which included leading the Trail Blazers to the playoffs and making the All-Star Game. Posey said Av…
Former NBA Coach Dave Joerger Reportedly in Talks to Lead Paris Basketball
Paris Basketball is reportedly in talks with former NBA coach Dave Joerger to replace Julius Thomas. The club has repeatedly seen coaches move on to NBA jobs after success in Pari…
Staying in Shape: Watch Avdija Train at the Beach
Danny Avdija, the Portland Trail Blazers star and Israel national team player, shared an early-morning beach workout on social media while vacationing in Israel. He trained with f…
EuroLeague history-maker linked to Portland
Paris coach Julius Thomas, who became the youngest permanent coach in EuroLeague history at age 28, is reportedly drawing interest from the Portland Trail Blazers and has also rec…
U.S. report: The star being linked to Portland
A U.S. report says Domantas Sabonis could join the Portland Trail Blazers, who are looking to strengthen after a successful season and a return to the playoffs. The report says Sa…
