Damian Lillard considered return to Trail Blazers after trade demand, but GM Joe Cronin rejected idea: Report

Damian Lillard says farewell to Trail Blazers as he joins Bucks

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Damian Lillard considered return to Trail Blazers after trade demand, but GM Joe Cronin rejected idea: Report

Former Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard sought to return to his team of 11 seasons if a deal couldn’t be struck with the Miami Heat, his preferred destination, according to a Bleacher Report article.

Damian Lillard Posts Heartfelt Message To Blazers Fans Following Trade

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 22: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers controls the ball during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Arena on March 22, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)Alex Goodlett/Getty…

Damian Lillard says farewell to Trail Blazers as he joins Bucks

Damian Lillard has posted an emotional farewell to the Portland Trail Blazers after joining the Milwaukee Bucks.

Trail Blazers Share Heartfelt Tribute To Damian Lillard

(Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)   The Damian Lillard era is over for the Portland Trail Blazers, as they have agreed to send him to the Milwaukee Bucks in a blockbuster three-team trade. Lillard played 11 seasons for them, and in some ways, they were very frustrating seasons, as the Blazers made it to the Western Conference Finals only once during that time, getting swept by the Golden State Warriors in their lone appearance. But at th…