Portland Trail Blazers, Portland Fire, and NBA podcast!

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Ep. 136 - The 2026-27 is here and the Portland Trail Blazers start it with a HISTORIC 40+ point win over the Suns! What worked? How did Ja fit with everyone? Is Dame back? Will this continue? All that and MORE!

82-0 INCOMING

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Ep. 135 - Conor Bergin wrote a Blazers season preview for Athlon Sports Magazine, so we talked about it plus Adam Silver&#39;s comment about wanting the Blazers to stay in Portland, and more!

2026/27 Season Preview + Adam Silver on Portland!

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Ep. 134 - The Blazers&#39; 2026-27 season is almost here and we have PLENTY to look forward to: the return of Damian Lillard, Ja Morant, a new head coach... so we talk about all that, and MORE!

Blazers 2026-27 Season: What We're Excited For!

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Ep. 133 - The show welcomes producer Terence Stilin-Rooney aboard (!) and we talk about the Blazers&#39; glut of guards (and who is most tradable among them), and what fans should keep in mind when they&#39;re going to live sports event!

Guard Logjam + Fan Etiquette

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Ep. 130 - Conor and Brandon talk about the Blazers&#39; postseason possibilities just two games away from the end of the regular season, the press conference with new Blazers owner Tom Dundon, and MORE!

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Ep. 130 - Conor and Brandon talk about the Blazers&#39; postseason possibilities just two games away from the end of the regular season, the press conference with new Blazers owner Tom Dundon, and MORE!

Also... We Like the Blazers have entered the MULTI-CAM era! Excuse the audio and poor quality on the straight-ahead shot, but we promise to refine the equipment and process until we get this right.



 



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The Blazers Eye the 2026 Postseason

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Ep. 129 - We are BACK! The Blazers are pretty much .500 since the All-Star break... is that a problem? We talk about that and SO MUCH MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 129 - We are BACK! The Blazers are pretty much .500 since the All-Star break... is that a problem? We talk about that and SO MUCH MORE! 

 



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Why Aren’t the Blazers Thriving Post-All-Star Break?

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Ep. 128 - After a long layoff, the guys are BACK to talk about how Deni Avdija really needs to rest his injured back (please), the Blazers&#39; losing streak and whether it needs to invoke panic (no), whether Giannis rumors and the Blazers owning a chunk of the Bucks&#39; draft mean he might come to Portland (please!), and MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 128 - After a long layoff, the guys are BACK to talk about how Deni Avdija really needs to rest his injured back (please), the Blazers&#39; losing streak and whether it needs to invoke panic (no), whether Giannis rumors and the Blazers owning a chunk of the Bucks&#39; draft mean he might come to Portland (please!), and MORE!

 



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Blazers Slide + Giannis Rumors

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Ep. 127 - The Portland Trail Blazers have lost 11 of their last 14 games... we talk about it, plus the differences between Chauncey Billups&#39; and Tiago Splitter&#39;s approach to adversity when speaking to the media, whether the Blazers are still in the play-in race (again, yes), and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 127 - The Portland Trail Blazers have lost 11 of their last 14 games... we talk about it, plus the differences between Chauncey Billups&#39; and Tiago Splitter&#39;s approach to adversity when speaking to the media, whether the Blazers are still in the play-in race (again, yes), and more!

 



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Will The Blazers Ever Win Again? (Yes)

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Ep. 126 - After a gaggle of injuries, the Blazers have come back down to Earth... but Deni Avdija hasn&#39;t! We talk about whether he can be an All-Star and a LOT more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 126 - After a gaggle of injuries, the Blazers have come back down to Earth... but Deni Avdija hasn&#39;t! We talk about whether he can be an All-Star and a LOT more!

 



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Deni Avdija: Portland's Next All-Star?

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Ep. 125 - Shaedon Sharpe has elevated his game and we are HERE for it! We talk about that, the Blazers&#39; 6-5 start, whether they can keep up their swarming defense, Deni Avdija as a possible All-Star and Most Improved Player candidate, whether you can build a team around him... and MORE!

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Ep. 125 - Shaedon Sharpe has elevated his game and we are HERE for it! We talk about that, the Blazers&#39; 6-5 start, whether they can keep up their swarming defense, Deni Avdija as a possible All-Star and Most Improved Player candidate, whether you can build a team around him... and MORE!



 



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Shaedon Sharpe: The Ascension

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Ep. 124 - Adrian Bernecich of Blazer&#39;s Edge joins us to talk about how he was right (and we were ALL wrong!) about Jerami Grant, Tiago Splitter&#39;s coaching, the Blazer&#39;s weird loss to the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers, and more! (Re-uploaded to adjust audio!)


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Ep. 124 - Adrian Bernecich of Blazer&#39;s Edge joins us to talk about how he was right (and we were ALL wrong!) about Jerami Grant, Tiago Splitter&#39;s coaching, the Blazer&#39;s weird loss to the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers, and more! (Re-uploaded to adjust audio!)




 



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Adrian Bernecich on Jerami Grant's Resurgence and Tiago Splitter's Coaching (Re-upload)

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Ep. 123 - Blazers coach Chauncey Billups was arrested by the FBI and mentioned in two indictments (if explicitly by name in only one); we of COURSE discuss that, plus how the Blazers look great in their 1-1 start, appreciation for Matisse Thybulle, and more!

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Ep. 123 - Blazers coach Chauncey Billups was arrested by the FBI and mentioned in two indictments (if explicitly by name in only one); we of COURSE discuss that, plus how the Blazers look great in their 1-1 start, appreciation for Matisse Thybulle, and more!



 



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Billups Arrested, Blazers 1-1

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Ep. 122 - Joe Cronin and the Blazers re-signed Toumani Camara (4yr / $82M) and Shaedon Sharpe (4yr / $90M), and we are here to TALK about it! Plus the regular season is just one day away! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 122 - Joe Cronin and the Blazers re-signed Toumani Camara (4yr / $82M) and Shaedon Sharpe (4yr / $90M), and we are here to TALK about it! Plus the regular season is just one day away!

 



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Camara and Sharpe Extended!

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Ep 120 - Co-host Emeritus Ryan Whitledge REJOINS the pod to talk about why he checked out as a fan last year, and the intrigue of the young players (including Yang Hansen) possibly pulling him back in! We also talked about the Blazers&#39; 1-1 preseason record, Chauncey Billups&#39; coaching, Jrue Holiday&#39;s veteran impact, and MORE!

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Ep 120 - Co-host Emeritus Ryan Whitledge REJOINS the pod to talk about why he checked out as a fan last year, and the intrigue of the young players (including Yang Hansen) possibly pulling him back in! We also talked about the Blazers&#39; 1-1 preseason record, Chauncey Billups&#39; coaching, Jrue Holiday&#39;s veteran impact, and MORE!



 



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Blazers' Growing Pains w/ Ryan Whitledge

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Ep. 119 - Shaedon Sharpe could be re-signed... and the Blazers should do it NOW! We go over five years&#39; worth of rookie extensions and try to put Shaedon Sharpe and his expected contract into perspective. What is he worth? Should the Blazers sign him now? (Yes!) We also talk about Blake Wesley and his potential fit on a team that suddenly needs another guard with Scoot Henderson&#39;s injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 119 - Shaedon Sharpe could be re-signed... and the Blazers should do it NOW! We go over five years&#39; worth of rookie extensions and try to put Shaedon Sharpe and his expected contract into perspective. What is he worth? Should the Blazers sign him now? (Yes!) We also talk about Blake Wesley and his potential fit on a team that suddenly needs another guard with Scoot Henderson&#39;s injury.

 



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Sign Shaedon Sharpe NOW!

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Ep. 118 - We talk about Scoot Henderson&#39;s unfortunate hamstring injury and whether it affects the Blazers&#39; team building efforts this year, plus an in-depth roundup of 2025 Media Day, including some VERY candid comments by Jerami Grant!

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Ep. 118 - We talk about Scoot Henderson&#39;s unfortunate hamstring injury and whether it affects the Blazers&#39; team building efforts this year, plus an in-depth roundup of 2025 Media Day, including some VERY candid comments by Jerami Grant!



 



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2025 Media Day Roundup + Scoot's Injury

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Ep. 117 - What do we make of the Blazers&#39; to-be owner Tom Dundon? We talk about him, his management approach, if there&#39;s any real risk of the Blazers leaving Portland, the need for the Moda Center to be updated, what new ownership means in the short term, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 117 - What do we make of the Blazers&#39; to-be owner Tom Dundon? We talk about him, his management approach, if there&#39;s any real risk of the Blazers leaving Portland, the need for the Moda Center to be updated, what new ownership means in the short term, and more!

 



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New Blazers Owner = New Era?

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Ep. 116 - Conor and Brandon are BACK to begin recapping a jam-packed summer for our Portland Trail Blazers, started with talking about the consequences and implications of buying out Deandre Ayton, trading Anfernee Simons, and drafting Yan Hansen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 116 - Conor and Brandon are BACK to begin recapping a jam-packed summer for our Portland Trail Blazers, started with talking about the consequences and implications of buying out Deandre Ayton, trading Anfernee Simons, and drafting Yan Hansen!

 



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Summer Recap: Yang Hansen and Jettisoned Vets

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DAMIAN LILLARD IS A PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZER. AGAIN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

DAMIAN LILLARD IS A PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZER. AGAIN.

 



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DAME'S BACK IN RIP CITY (Re-upload)

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Ep. 114 - Lamar Hurd of the Portland Trail Blazers TV broadcast joins the pod to talk about his approach to broadcasting, the full story being his vociferous defense of (and empathy for) The Grinch, how maintaining humility and using his platform to lift up others centers his work, taking in feedback (even if it&#39;s critical) from Blazers fans, and more! Then Conor and Brandon discuss the Blazers&#39; recent stretch, their fading play-in hopes, and praise for Deni Avdija and the return of Matisse Thybulle. Find us at WeLikeTheBlazers.com and ALL podcast and streaming apps. We Like the Blazers is a proud member of the Rogue Media Network and the Blazer’s Edge Family of podcasts, which includes Trail Daddy with Dave Deckard and Rip City Roundtable with Cory Dickman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="nofollow">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

Ep. 114 - Lamar Hurd of the Portland Trail Blazers TV broadcast joins the pod to talk about his approach to broadcasting, the full story being his vociferous defense of (and empathy for) The Grinch, how maintaining humility and using his platform to lift up others centers his work, taking in feedback (even if it&#39;s critical) from Blazers fans, and more! Then Conor and Brandon discuss the Blazers&#39; recent stretch, their fading play-in hopes, and praise for Deni Avdija and the return of Matisse Thybulle.




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Lamar Hurd on broadcasting and humility

Portland Trail Blazers, Portland Fire, and NBA podcast!