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Neil Olshey trade rumors, contract, salary
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• Sixers Hire Neil Olshey As Basketball Operations Consultant
Former Clippers and Trail Blazers executive Neil Olshey has been serving as a basketball operations consultant with the Sixers since early June, a team spokesperson tells Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports. According to Neubeck, Olshey will report to general manager Elton Brand and president of basketball operations Daryl Morey, with his contract being “open-ended.” For […]...2023See also Kyle Neubeck
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• Trail Blazers remove general manager Joe Cronin's interim tag; reportedly with four-year contract
Cronin took over for Neil Olshey on an interim basis in December...2022See more Joe Cronin
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• 4 potential Blazers trades they 100% need to avoid
The trade deadline is less than three weeks away, and the Portland Trail Blazers’ stunning recent turnaround doesn’t change what’s been obvious since Neil Olshey was dismissed in early December. Even with Damian Lillard fully re-committed to Rip City, interim general manager Joe Cronin and the Blazers are poised to be among the most active […] The post 4 potential Blazers t...2022Click for news about Portland Trail Blazers
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• Blazers GM’s stern message amid renewed Damian Lillard trade rumors
Neil Olshey’s unceremonious booting from the Portland Trail Blazers might’ve been a harbinger of change for some. After years of balking from Damian Lillard trade rumors, new management might want to start over anew. Almost immediately, the Lillard trade rumor mill started back up again. If new interim GM Joe Cronin would have his way, […] The post Blazers GM’s stern messag...2021Visit the page Damian Lillard
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• Damian Lillard’s $107 million desire complicating Portland’s future
The Portland Trail Blazers’ next general manager won’t just have Damian Lillard’s present and the team’s long-term trajectory to consider when charting a new path forward for an organization that’s clearly reached a crossroads. Whoever succeeds Neil Olshey will be tasked with navigating the fraught nature of a contract extension for the best player in […] The po...2021Continue with Damian Lillard
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• Rumor: The Jrue Holiday trade offer for Blazers guard CJ McCollum turned down in 2020, revealed
The Portland Trail Blazers have been very involved in the news lately, first for the firing of general manager Neil Olshey, and then for trade rumors involving stars Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum, among others. A recent report in The Athletic reveals a trade offer from 2020, turned down by Olshey, involving Blazers guard CJ […] The post Rumor: The Jrue Holiday trade offer for Blazers guard ...2021Click for news about Portland Trail Blazers
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• Rumor: 2 Blazers players most likely to be traded in roster shake-up
The Portland Trail Blazers were engulfed by drama after the firing of general manager Neil Olshey. NBA insiders are expecting more change with the Portland, this time in terms of their personnel. Amid trade rumors, center Jusuf Nurkic and forward Robert Covington are the two Blazers players most likely to be dealt, per Bleacher Report. […] The post Rumor: 2 Blazers players most likely to be ...2021Read about Portland Trail Blazers
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• Report: Blazers star Damian Lillard’s desire to play with Ben Simmons revealed amid trade rumors
The Portland Trail Blazers are at a crossroads after firing Neil Olshey. The Blazers need to nail their next hire and get the franchise back on track as they struggle on the court. One possible blockbuster move could be trading for disgruntled Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons, which is something that has been rumored for […] The post Report: Blazers star Damian Lillard’s desire to p...2021Continue with Damian Lillard
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• Danny Ainge a top target if Blazers’ Neil Olshey is fired after investigation
Since June 2012, Neil Olshey has maintained his position of general manager for the Portland Trailblazers. He oversaw the draft selections of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum, while also helping revitalize Carmelo Anthony’s basketball career last season. Yet currently, he is under investigation for workplace misconduct, which could ultimately end his reign in Portland. There […] The po...2021Visit the page Danny Ainge
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• Neil Olshey reveals Blazers’ mindset about potentially trading Damian Lillard
Depending on the veracity of several published media reports and countless unsourced rumors, Damian Lillard came close to requesting a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers this summer. But even if the greatest player in franchise history demanded to leave Portland with four years remaining on his contract, it seems clear Neil Olshey would have […] The post Neil Olshey reveals Blazers’...2021See more Damian Lillard
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• Trail Blazers re-sign Norman Powell
The Portland Trail Blazers have re-signed free agent guard/forward Norman Powell, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. Powell, 28, returns to Portland after being acquired by the Trail Blazers from Toronto in exchange for Rodney Hood and Gary Trent Jr. on March 25, 2021. “Re-signing Norm was a priority this … Continue reading "Trail Blazers re-sign Norman...2021See also Norman Powell
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• Trail Blazers sign Ben McLemore
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed free agent guard Ben McLemore, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. McLemore, 28, appeared in 53 games (five starts) for Houston and the L.A. Lakers during the 2020-21 season, posting averages of 7.7 points (37.0% FG, 34.6% 3-PT, 73.6% FT), 1.9 rebounds, 0.7 assists … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign Ben McLemore...2021See also Ben McLemore
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• Trail Blazers sign forward Trendon Watford to two-way contract
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed forward Trendon Watford to a two-way contract, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. Watford, 20, averaged 16.3 points (48.0% FG, 31.6% 3-PT, 65.1% FT), 7.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.11 steals in 28 games (all starts) as a sophomore at LSU during 2020-21 season. … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign forward Trendon...2021See also Trendon Watford
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• Blazers star CJ McCollum reveals true feelings on wild trade rumors with Damian Lillard
After another disappointing first-round exit for the Portland Trail Blazers, the team has been engulfed with several trade rumors. It started with Damian Lillard before things shifted to his backcourt partner CJ McCollum. As rumors have it, the Blazers are more than likely to consider trading McCollum than Lillard. Blazers general manager Neil Olshey also […] The post Blazers star CJ McCollu...2021Visit the page Damian Lillard
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• Blazers star Damian Lillard’s blunt response to questions about his future amid trade rumors
There are plenty of questions and rumors surrounding Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard after another first-round exit. Blazers general manager Neil Olshey’s strange press conference on Monday didn’t help matters and only added more fuel to the fire of speculation. The Athletic’s Jason Quick decided to ask Lillard some of these questions: So on […] The post Blazers ...2021Click for news about Damian Lillard
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• Damian Lillard-CJ McCollum partnership in the balance amid Blazers trade rumors
The Portland Trail Blazers recently parted ways with long-time head coach Terry Stotts. As it turns out, that move might be the first of many with the Blazers reportedly looking at the possibility of blowing up their roster. Blazers president for basketball operation Neil Olshey recently addressed the press in his end-of-season interview and apparently, […] The post Damian Lillard-CJ McCollu...2021Visit the page Damian Lillard
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• Trail Blazers sign Rondae Hollis-Jefferson for remainder of season
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson for the remainder of the 2020-21 season, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. Hollis-Jefferson, 26, has appeared in six games (one start) for the Trail Blazers since signing his first 10-day contract with the team on April 8. In those outings, … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign Ron...2021See more articles Hollis Jefferson
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• Trail Blazers sign Rondae Hollis-Jefferson to second 10-day contract
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson to a second 10-day contract, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. Hollis-Jefferson, 26, has appeared in two games for the Trail Blazers, averaging 2.0 points, 0.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 6.0 minutes. Portland first signed Hollis-Jefferson to a 10-day contract on … Continue reading "T...2021Check it out Hollis Jefferson
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• Trail Blazers sign TJ Leaf to two-way contract
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed free-agent forward TJ Leaf to a two-way contract, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. Leaf, 23, holds career averages of 3.3 points (49.1% FG, 34.1% 3-PT, 57.1% FT), 2.0 rebounds, 0.3 assists and 8.7 minutes in 139 games (two starts), all with Indiana. A … Continue reading "Trail Blazers sign TJ Leaf to two-way con...2021See more Portland Trail Blazers
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• The reason behind Norman Powell trade, according to Blazers GM Neil Olshey
One of the deals that somewhat flew under the radar amid the frenzy of the trade deadline was that of the Portland Trail Blazers swooping in on Norman Powell from the Toronto Raptors. The Blazers are delighted with their recent acquisition as team general manager Neil Olshey discusses the reason behind the team’s decision to […] The post The reason behind Norman Powell trade, according...2021Continue with Norman Powell
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• Blazers trade Trevor Ariza to Rockets for Robert Covington
The Portland Trail Blazers have acquired forward Robert Covington from the Houston Rockets in exchange for Trevor Ariza, the draft rights to Isaiah Stewart and a conditional future first round pick, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey. “Robert is an elite defender and consummate professional that will make an immediate … Continue reading "Blazers trade Tr...2020Read about Trevor Ariza
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• Chances of Blazers dealing Hassan Whiteside 50/50?
The Trail Blazers will entertain offers for center Hassan Whiteside, a free agent after the season, and The Athletic’s Jason Quick estimates the chances of him being dealt at 50/50. Quick also dealt with a few other Blazers-related topics. Their recent trade with the Kings that involved five players and two second-round picks was a solid one, according to Quick, because the Blazers saved approxima...2020Click for news about Hassan Whiteside
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• Damian Lillard remains loyal despite rough Blazers season
Damian Lillard remains committed to the Trail Blazers regardless of what they do before the trade deadline, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports. Lillard signed a four-year, $196M super-max extension last summer and isn’t having second thoughts about it despite Portland’s tough season. The Blazers have been hit hard by injuries and Lillard doesn’t see a big trade changing the team’s fortunes this s...2020Visit the page Damian Lillard
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• Blazers GM looks to keep their core together
As the top of the Western Conference continues to load up, the rest of the teams face tough questions going forward. One of the teams in the middle of the playoff pack in the West is the Portland Trail Blazers.With limited cap room, roster flexibility is not at an all-time high. The next step, is either to keep the team or blow it up and rebuild. According to what Blazers GM Neil Olshey told NBC S...2018Read about Western Conference
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• Blazers GM plans on 'keeping the core together'
Despite some external pressure to “blow it up,” the Portland Trail Blazers seem to have no intentions of doing so.In an interview this week with Blazers courtside reporter Brooke Olzendam, general manager Neil Olshey discussed the team’s long-term plans.“We’re keeping the core together, knowing Dame [Lillard] and CJ [McCollum] have at least three years left on their contracts,” he said. “And we gi...2018Check it out Portland Trail Blazers
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• Blazers not looking to break up Lillard and McCollum
Trail Blazers GM Neil Olshey doesn’t seem inclined to break up his smallish backcourt duo of Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum, Dan Feldman of NBC Sports notes. Olshey recently said he plans to keep his core group together, despite the team’s first-round flameout in the Western Conference playoffs last season. It might be wise to deal one of them for an impact forward but either Olshey has great fa...2018See more Damian Lillard
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• Trail Blazers’ TPE to expire this week
A Trail Blazers traded player exception created in last July’s Allen Crabbe trade with the Nets is set to expire if it’s not used by the end of the day on Wednesday. The exception, which is worth $12,969,502, was created last July 25.As we explain in our glossary entry on the subject, traded player exceptions can be used to acquire one or more players whose salaries fits within the amount of the e...2018Click for news about Allen Crabbe
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• Blazers Discussed ‘Big Trade’ Last SummerBlazers president Neil Olshey says Portland was involved in a “big trade” last summer that would have conveyed multiple draft picks to the other team. While guesting on the Dwight & Aaron show, Olshey added that he doesn’t often commit to drafting prospects in order to remain flexible around the draft. Starting at 0:55: “There […] The post Blazers Discussed ‘...2018 -
• Portland Trail Blazers sign Georgios Papagiannis through 2018-19
PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Trail Blazers have signed center Georgios Papagiannis to a contract through the 2018-19 season, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey....2018Read about Portland Trail Blazers
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• Portland Trail Blazers sign Wade Baldwin IV to standard NBA contract
PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Trail Blazers have signed guard Wade Baldwin IV to a standard NBA contract through the 2018-19 season, it was announced today by president of basketball operations Neil Olshey....2018Visit the page Portland Trail Blazers