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Al Horford reunion no longer outlandish following latest league bombshell

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After being waived by the Bucks, Damian Lillard signed to Portland in free agency on a 3-year, $42 million deal. The deal sends Lillard back to the Trail Blazers after two years apart in a heartwarming reunion. Lillard gets to rehabilitate from his Achilles injury close to his family, while Portland can use Lillard’s veteran experience to mentor a young guard rotation.

$14 million annually for Lillard is an overpay, particularly when considering he will miss most (if not all) of the 2025-26 season with his Achilles tear. However, the Blazers decided to give Lillard a player-friendly deal to ensure Portland can take care of the former face of their franchise.