Oregon's Singler gets second look from Blazers
Workout doesn't go well for Kentucky's Goodwin
On a day when the Portland Trail Blazers requested a command performance from a borderline NBA prospect, the team caught only a sneak peek of a pick who's on the first-round bubble.
Pre-draft workouts can take toll on NBA hopefuls
Blazers bring in another group for shorter workout
As the NBA Draft draws closer, the group workouts labor on. However, the participants and those paid to watch them are pleading "uncle!"
Marathon masses: Vancouver's annual event attracts runners of all stripes
Competitors range from 40-race veteran to man on dialysis
The setting for any marathon, one that has reached mainstream status or is still taking baby steps toward the finish line of relevancy, could be an anthropological study in the motivations of mankind.
Hill ready to build up Clark softball program
Former Battle Ground, PSU star named Penguins head coach
Just days after her arrival as the Clark College head softball coach, Mandy Hill was busy on the bleachers searching for talent.
Candace Buckner: Local bus driver honored by Blazers
Commentary: Candace Buckner
Blazers decided that local school bus driver Vanora Volk -- a gray-haired school bus driver who's known for wearing silly hats around her kids and telling dirty jokes around her motorcycle club -- has embodied the spirit of Damian Lillard's "Respect, Pass It On" program.
McCollum seeks to emulate Lillard
Lehigh guard visits Trail Blazers for an individual workout
Before the NBA Draft, C.J. McCollum will hear — and even promote — the comparisons to Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard.
Volcanoes steamroll East Bay, 128-90
The Vancouver Volcanoes can score. On Saturday night, the Volcanoes showed their defensive side during a 128-90 win over the East Bay Pit Bulls.
'Most athletic' of Zeller brothers works out for Blazers
Cody Zeller of Indiana could be a top-14 pick
TUALATIN, Ore. -- Cody Zeller gave a solo performance to the Trail Blazers on Friday afternoon.
Blazers take a long look at Georgia's Caldwell-Pope
SEC player of the year workouts in Portland
The atmosphere inside the practice facility on Monday morning had the feel of a Portland Trail Blazers' Cabinet meeting.
Blazers' Matthews is on the mend
Guard back in town after surgery on his elbow
TUALATIN, Ore. -- Possibly feeling a bit nostalgic about his own bygone days as an NBA prospect or maybe even fighting off a touch of cabin fever, Wesley Matthews appeared at the Trail Blazers' pre-draft workouts on Friday morning.
Ohio's Cooper dream of NBA job with Blazers
Small point guard starred for Bobcats for four years
D.J. Cooper, a diminutive point guard from an even smaller school, shows off his skills during a pre-draft workout with the Blazers.
Blazers scour talent pool for draft picks
Pre-draft workouts began Thursday in Tualatin
Over the next few weeks when aspiring NBA players drop by the Trail Blazers' practice facility, they might leave with a few scrapes and bruises.
Ridgefield has to settle for 4th once again
Spudders soccer team falls 1-0 to Sedro-Woolley
Ridgefield moved up to Class 2A soccer this season but found itself in the exact same spot as last year.
Ridgefield falls to Cheney in 2A soccer semifinal
Spudders shut out for first time this season
The Ridgefield Spudders played in the Friday twilight match of the Class 2A boys' state soccer tournament, but their championship hopes fell inside Sunset Stadium.
Candace Buckner: Football team's legal misery causes dilemma for Missouri alum
Candace Buckner: Commentary
So, it's May. For me, that means chucking crumpled dollars at freeloading graduates and reminiscing about my own glory days as a proud college student.
Bellarmine adds to 4A state golf crowns
The machine from Bellarmine Prep churned its way to another landmark win Wednesday at Club Green Meadows.
Bellarmine preps for another state title
After the first day of the Class 4A state girls' golf tournament, the three-time defending champions from Bellarmine Prep of Tacoma positioned themselves to contend for a fourth consecutive trophy.
Vikings venture North
Skyview grad McDonagh, PSU play at McKenzie
When Kieran McDonagh signed to play football at Portland State after his senior season at Skyview, he received a few quizzical looks and dumbfounded responses.
Things get better for Ridgefield's Page at 2A track meet
Sophomore qualifies for state in 100, 200 meters
WASHOUGAL -- Ridgefield sophomore Raigan Page did not start the Class 2A district meet as well as she expected. However, as the races picked up on Friday afternoon, Page and her Ridgefield relay teammates earned high honors.
Candace Buckner: Change of plans is always difficult
Candace Buckner: Commentary
Ashley Corral never saw this one coming because she has only pictured herself wearing a WNBA jersey.
Camas runner sets sights on new goals
Efraimson running toward state with renewed focus
Alexa Efraimson, the peerless Camas sophomore distance runner, crosses her arms and details the three events that she will compete in at the upcoming state track and field meet. Then, she thinks back to last year's epic Class 3A 800-meter race in which she finished in second place.
Candace Buckner: Many have come oh-so-close to state
Candace Buckner: Commentary
DeAnna Riggs placed her hands on her hips and stood close to a fellow senior Heritage teammate while her thoughts flew off on far-flung fantasies.
Candace Buckner: Trash talking class is now in session
Candace Buckner: Commentary
For the sake of smack, please listen up: Some guys should just be seen, not heard.
Blazers' Lillard unanimous pick for NBA Rookie of the Year
Guard is the fourth player to be a unanimous pick for honor
Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard became the fourth unanimous NBA Rookie of the Year in league history on Wednesday.
Close call averted for all-star victory
Drey, Smith pour in points for 103-101 Black win
On Sunday, Mountain View's Taylor Drey and his All-Star teammates survived the Les Schwab Roundball Shootout boys' game as the Black team defeated the White, 103-101.
Holboke helps rally team to close win
Game MVP scores 17 as squad recovers from deficit
Mountain View's Carly Holboke earned the Most Valuable Player 'Star of Stars' award in the Les Schwab Roundball Shootout, leading her All-Star squad to the comeback 63-60 win on Sunday.
Prairie graduate Ashley Corral determined to make WNBA
Cut last year by Storm, she will be in camp with Mystics
Ashley Corral, the Prairie High product and one of the most decorated hoopers from Clark County, has the tryout of her life coming up with the WNBA's Washington Mystics.
Candace Buckner: Idaho's Cowan awaits NFL call
Candace Buckner: Commentary
Bobby Cowan had just settled in after more than 20 hours on the road when his iPhone rang.
Volcanoes hold off Slam, 94-86
Tarver's free throws help seal win in home opener
With a revamped roster, the Vancouver Volcanoes will need more than just two games into the International Basketball League season to mesh.
Trail Blazers final grades for 2012-13 season
The plusses and minuses are in
After a season that produced both exhilarating and exhausting moments, the 2012-2013 Trail Blazers are ready for their report cards.
World team shines at Nike Hoop Summit
The World team defeated the Americans, 112-98 in the 16th annual Nike Hoop Summit.
Volcanoes set to open new season
Vancouver-based basketball team has deep roster for 2013
When the Vancouver Volcanoes open the International Basketball League season tonight in Bellingham, the team will resemble its past and coach Joe Navarro hopes that it looks like the 2011 championship season.
Blazers begin preparations for future
GM says team will be aggressive in building roster
General manager Neil Olshey envisions an active summer on the horizon. “We’re going to be incredibly aggressive over the next two months in building the roster,” he said.
One last lesson for Blazers in season finale
Season ends with loss and young players on floor
PORTLAND -- The last walk to the exits began with time still remaining on the scoreboard and the Trail Blazer rookies still learning on the court.
Blazers grinding to an end
Losing streak at end of this season almost mirrors end of 2011-12 season
On the night inside the Rose Garden when the Portland Trail Blazers dropped their 10th straight game, Damian Lillard repeated one desire during his post-game interviews.
Blazers week ahead 4/15
Game of the Week: vs. Warriors
Blazer analysis 4/15
A look back at the Blazers week
Westbrook has 33 and Thunder beat Portland 106-90
Russell Westbrook scored 33 points, including 17 in the third quarter, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers 106-90 on Friday night.
Candace Buckner: Age isn't everything, especially to athletes
Candace Buckner: Commentary
Hanging around the Portland Trail Blazers can make anyone feel ancient.
Lillard set for his next big challenge
Blazers guard gets national attention after Laker game
On Thursday morning, Portland Trail Blazers rookie Damian Lillard moved back into the national spotlight with a radio interview on The Dan Patrick Show.
Lakers' guile prevails over Blazers' youth
Exuberant Blazers can't hold off desperate Lakers
Kobe Bryant's record-setting Wednesday night pulled the Lakers to a 113-106 win over a Portland team that started four rookies.
Barton gets first start for banged-up Blazers
Batum, Hickson, Matthews likely won't play
TUALATIN, Ore. -- The adjectives associated with most of the Trail Blazers' starters will not promote confidence as the team seeks to break an eight-game losing streak tonight against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Blazer notes: MRI shows no break for Matthews
Guard hopeful to return to lineup before season's end
The injury report wasn't completely grim.
Candace Buckner: Blazers need to search for some togetherness
Candace Buckner: Commentary
Near the end of the Trail Blazers' Saturday practice, a voice from within the huddle called out: "Let's stay together."
Blazer analysis 4/8
A look back at last week's Blazers action
Blazers week ahead 4/8
Game of the Week: vs. Lakers
After spark, Blazers still fall
Barton comes off bench to get 22 points, 13 rebounds
The thrill returned to the Rose Garden on Sunday night, but ultimately, the losing streak rolled on.
Houston rockets past Blazers 116-98
Portland eliminated from playoff contention
James Harden had 33 points and the short-handed Houston Rockets edged closer to clinching a playoff spot with a 116-98 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night.
Seth Jones has the brains & the brawn
NHL scouts have taken notice of Winterhawks’ defenseman
Seth Jones, a thin 6-foot-4 specimen and son of former NBA player Popeye Jones, is projected to become the first American-born top NHL draft pick since 2007.
Aldridge proclaims himself ready to play
Blazers all-star returns to lineup from sprained ankle
After participating in a full session of various situational drills, LaMarcus Aldridge proclaimed his return from a sprained right ankle, healthy enough to play Friday night against the Houston Rockets.
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