Damian Lillard is returning to the Portland Trail Blazers, finalizing a three-year, $42 million contract with a player option and no-trade clause. He is expected to miss the entire 202526 season due to a torn left achilles tendon. Despite offers from playoff teams, Lillard chose to return to Portland where his family lives. His prior contract with Milwaukee was adjusted to allow for free-agent signings. Lillard remains the Trail Blazers' all-time leader in points and three-pointers, and his return enhances the team's core with key players and future assets.
Damian Lillard is finalizing a three-year, $42m contract with the Trail Blazers, which includes a player option for 202728 and a no-trade clause.
The veteran guard is expected to miss the entire 202526 season after undergoing surgery for a torn left achilles tendon sustained during the playoffs.
Despite interest from playoff contenders, Lillard chose to return to Portland, where his family resides and where he is an all-time leader in points and assists.
Lillard's return strengthens the Blazers' core, which now includes Jrue Holiday, Robert Williams III, Scoot Henderson, and Toumani Camara, along with promising future picks.
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