Chauncey Billups revealed the vision he has for Damian Lillard assisting in the development of the Trail Blazers' younger players.

Damian Lillard has hit so many big shots for the Portland Trail Blazers, rising to the top of their all-time scoring list.

Rayan Rupert #21 of the Portland Trail Blazers dribbles against the Golden State Warriors in the first half of a 2025 NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 11, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Trail Blazers defeated the Warriors 106-73. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images) Getty Images

Yang Hansen reveals how Yao Ming's advice to enjoy life guided his mindset ahead of his NBA debut with the Trail Blazers.

Portland Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen continues to draw comparisons to Nikola Jokic after his Summer League performance.

Portland Trail Blazers fans will have their next opportunity to watch rookie center Yang Hansen in action on Oct. 8, when the team opens its 2025-26 preseason schedule at the Golden State Warriors. The Blazers announced their four-game preseason schedule on Monday.

These days, Chauncey Billups has a reputation for leading the young and rebuilding Portland Trail Blazers as their head coach. Before that, he was a notable gua