Damian Lillard is returning to the franchise he spent the first 11 years of his career with.
Damian Lillard is taking his talents back to the Portland Trail Blazers. The seven-time All-NBA selection is signing a three-year contract with the franchise he spent the first nine years of his career with, per ESPN's Shams Charania. The deal is expected to include a player option in 2027-28 and a no-trade clause.
NBA insider Chris Haynes shared that Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin met with Lillard at the latter's house weeks ago, and the two made amends, bridging the gap needed to bring the nine-time All-Star home.