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Amid chaotic offseason, Damian Lillard's meeting with LeBron James as decision loomed sealed recommitment to Trail Blazers

WEST LINN, Ore. — It’s about 9:30 p.m. on a Thursday, and Damian Lillard is in his living room, watching on TV as the Memphis Grizzlies play the Golden State Warriors.

Dame Jr., his 2-year-old son who is full of energy, suddenly enters the room to play with his toys on the coffee table in front of the television.

“Son, it’s time for bed,” Lillard says.

His son replies in a soft voice, “Aw, I need a little more time.”

Dad laughs and asks, “How much time do you need, Son?