Shandel Richardson

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Shandel has covered the NBA since 2010, with stops at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, The Athletic and Fan Nation/SI

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Are The Trail Blazers Contenders Now In The West?

They still have a long way to go. Lakers. Spurs. Rockets. And even the Thunder. But the Blazers are at least making their way into the discussion.Nov 14, 2026

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Is This The Year Damian Lillard Finally Makes NBA Finals With Portland?

Dame has played on some good teams for the Trail Blazers but this could be the best. Does Lillard end his NBA Finals drought?Nov 13, 2026

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Are The Portland Trail Blazers For Real?

Two straight wins against the OKC Thunder have made me a believer. That's pretty impressive to knock off one of the best teams in the NBA on consecutive nights.Nov 12, 2026

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Is Scott Henderson A Better Fit Off Bench For Trail Blazers?

After five games as a starter, Scoot was back on the bench. He finished with 11 points and four rebounds in Tuesday's win against OKC. Not bad.Nov 11, 2026

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Tuesday Should Be A Great Measuring Stick For Trail Blazers

Facing Oklahoma City Thunder should provide a good indicator of what to expect from the Trail Blazers the rest of the season. Buckle up.Nov 10, 2026

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Portland Trail Blazers Gaining Plenty Of New Fans

You can add former NBA superstar Jason Kidd to the list. He's on the Trail Blazers bandwagon now.Nov 9, 2026

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Scoot Henderson Is Still Part Of Trail Blazers' Plans

He still has lots of time to develop. I know the Trail Blazers have Ja Morant and Damian Lillard but Henderson is a solid basketball player.Nov 8, 2026

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How Good Could Have Blazers Star Brandon Roy Been?

It's a shame that injuries ended his career too soon. He was awesomeNov 7, 2026

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Did The Trail Blazers Get It Right With Damian Lillard, Ja Morant Pairing?

It sure seems that way. This team is arguably playing the best basketball in the NBA. Things should only get better.Nov 6, 2026

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Can Trail Blazers Sustain This?

They’re playing some really good ball so far. Hopefully, the Blazers don’t fizzleNov 5, 2026

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Jrue Holiday Puts Himself In Rare Trail Blazers Company

This isn't bad. And I really loved Rod Strickland's game with the Blazers.Nov 4, 2026

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Does Win Over Nuggets Prove Trail Blazers Are For Real?

I don't know if I want to say for real but they should be taken seriously. Nice win last night, though.Nov 3, 2026

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Trail Blazers Are Underdogs Against Denver Nuggets Tonight

Most betting services have the Nuggets as 4.5 favorites. Do you agree?Nov 2, 2026

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Are You Still Surprised Trail Blazers Star Damian Lillard Is Still This Good?

I guess we shouldn't be. Look at Kevin Durant, LeBron James and Steph Curry. Just seems like players today are more productive later in their career than stars of the past.Nov 1, 2026

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Trail Blazers Get Their First-Look At NBA Rookie Darryn Peterson

Peterson is still adjusting to the league but he has the talent to be here. He just needs to improve his shooting. Will be interesting to see how he plays against the BlazersOct 31, 2026

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Were Memphis Grizzlies Motivated Because Of Ja Morant Factor?

The Grizzlies are much improved this year but it just seemed like this game was personal for the players.Oct 30, 2026

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Is Ja Morant In A Perfect Place With Portland Trail Blazers?

It sure seems that way. Glad to see things are going well so far.Oct 29, 2026

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The Portland Trail Blazers' Balanced Scoring Is Pretty Scary

This was pretty awesome to see.Oct 28, 2026

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Where Does Ja Morant-Damian Lillard Backcourt Rank All-Time?

I'd say it's definitely Top 10 of all-time. This could be a special dynamic for the Blazers this season.Oct 26, 2026

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Do You Even Remember Damian Lillard For Milwaukee Bucks?

It just seemed so short-lived. Dame Lillard is forever a Trail Blazers player.Oct 25, 2026

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