Damian Lillard returns to Trail Blazers
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Celtics Celtics’ Jayson Tatum reportedly tried recruiting Damian Lillard to Boston after trade request went public "I know Jayson Tatum has called him, try to get in his ear."
Over the past few weeks, the Bucks have established themselves as a team looking to contend in the Eastern Conference. With all signs pointing to Giannis Antetokounmpo sticking around, Milwaukee has made some moves, including the signing of Myles Turner.
Damian Lillard is returning to his former home after becoming an unexpected free agent last week. The point guard has agreed to a three-year deal with the Portland Trail Blazers worth $42 million according to Shams Charania of ESPN.com.
Jayson Tatum might not take the court for the Celtics in the 2025-26 season, but he could help them land Damian Lillard.
Meanwhile, Milwaukee is shifting gears. They’ve brought in 25-year-old Cole Anthony, who averaged 9.4 points and 2.9 assists in five seasons with Orlando. The Bucks also explored bringing back Malcolm Brogdon, but are opting for younger, cost-effective options to pair with Giannis.
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Why Tatum could be an X-factor in Celtics' pursuit of Damian LillardDo the Celtics really have interest in signing Damian Lillard — and would Lillard really have interest in coming to Boston? The answer to both of those questions might be yes. The Celtics — along with the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors — are “known to be among the many teams” eyeing Lillard on the free-agent market after the Milwaukee Bucks reportedly waived the nine-time All-Star on Tuesday,
The Celtics are not on the list of Damian Lillard’s preferred trade destinations per multiple reports.However, that isn’t stopping Jayson Tatum from trying to get the Blazers All-Star to ...
The Damian Lillard saga persists for the Portland Trail Blazers.After the seven-time star made his trade request, he still remains with the team. Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum was asked if ...
If you’re being forced to trade Lillard, ... You're competing for the next 5 years behind a core of Tatum and Lillard. That's a championship combo. - Mike Sykes. Denver Nuggets