Damian Lillard REFUSES to break silence on Blazers amidst trade fiasco

When asked about his future team and relationship with the Trail Blazers, Damian Lillard refused to answer.

Damian Lillard REFUSES to break silence on Blazers amidst trade fiasco

Damian Lillard (image via Twitter)

Amidst prolonged discussions about his shift from the Portland Trail Blazers to the Miami Heat, Damian Lillard’s name has remained prominent in the news. While a mix of credible insights and speculative claims fills the air, Lillard took the initiative to provide clarity. In a recent interview with ANDSCAPE, he openly discussed the potential trade scenarios and shared his perspective on what lies ahead in his career.

Here’s some background on the situation: It all started on July 1st when Damian Lillard, who holds the record as the highest scorer for the Portland Trail Blazers, asked to be traded to the Miami Heat. The situation got more serious on July 28th when the NBA sent a message to all teams, warning them to be cautious about any comments from Lillard and his agent, and mentioning that Lillard could face consequences if he doesn’t follow the guidelines.

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During the interview, Lillard was directly questioned about his trade request. The interviewer pointed out that his request had been widely reported and was well-documented, leaving no room for doubt about its existence. To this Lillard replied, “I can say that there was [a trade request] and I would just prefer not to speak on the Trail Blazers.”

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What else was the interview about? What did Damian Lillard say?

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Damian Lillard (image via Twitter)

Even though his time in Portland might be over soon, he still gets love whenever he goes out in the city. “I love the city of Portland…Every initiative that I’ve started, I’ll continue and I’ll finish regardless of anything. The love will be that because the way I’ve said I feel about Portland is how I feel about Portland…[Portland-people] just tell me they love me. That’s literally what they say. ‘Dame, we love you. We thank you for everything.’”

Furthermore, Lillard discussed his close bond with CJ McCollum, who was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in 2022. He emphasized their strong friendship, describing McCollum as his closest companion in the NBA. While McCollum’s departure was a significant change, Lillard had hoped that impactful additions to the Blazers’ roster would enhance their chances of securing a championship ring. However, those anticipated changes did not materialize.

Afterward, Lillard’s enthusiasm waned, and he aimed to leave the organization. He held off but made a final effort at the season’s close. With trade rumors swirling, particularly regarding a potential move to the Miami Heat, the curiosity surrounding Lillard’s eventual landing spot is captivating.

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