'We’re Not on Vacation': Trail Blazers Owner Defends Refusal to Spend Money on Staff

'We’re not on vacation': Trail Blazers owner defends refusal to spend money on staff

The Trail Blazers working staff had to wait in a lobby for hours because their team owner wouldn't spend to extend their stay.

Tom Dundon: Blazers’ Hotel Controversy Wasn’t About Money

Speaking to “Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul,” Blazers owner Tom Dundon defended his approach to spending.

The NBA Thinks The Trail Blazers Owner is cheap. What If Tom Dundon Saw The Future First? - Last Word On Basketball

PORTLAND — People around the NBA think the Trail Blazers Owner is cheap, and honestly, the evidence is sitting in plain sight. Tom Dundon arrived in Portland and immediately started trimming expenses with the enthusiasm of a man trying to win Executive of the Year at Costco. Two-way players stayed home during playoff road games. Staff reportedly had to vacate hotel rooms early to avoid late checkout fees. Rumours surfaced about bargain-bin coach…

Trail Blazers Owner Stands by Controversial Phoenix Hotel Situation After Backlash

Tom Dundon (Image Credits: Imagn) Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon officially assumed control of the franchise in March 2026. However, shortly after taking over, he quickly made headlines with an unconventional approach to team operations. Reportedly, the new ownership has already begun enforcing strict cost-cutting policies across the organization. More recently, Dundon drew further attention after it was reported that Portland staff mem…

Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon responds to ‘cheap’ criticism

The ownership direction of the Portland Trail Blazers has come under scrutiny after reported cost-related decisions during the 2026 postseason, prompting public debate around team operations and league standards. According to reporting from Mike Vorkunov, the discussion intensified following comments from owner Tom Dundon on the “Game Over” podcast, where he addressed criticism tied to […] The post Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon responds to ‘che…