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The Trail Blazers have never chased the spotlight or headlines; instead, they’ve been defined by work ethic, consistency, and players who understood what the city expected from them. The franchise has been built season after season by players who stayed ready, handled the pressure, and played with purpose—win or lose.
Here’s a look at the players who helped define the Blazers through how they played, what they gave, and the standards they set.
Clyde "The Glide" Drexler was a force to be reckoned with during his time with the Portland Trail Blazers. Over 15 NBA seasons, he averaged more than 20 points, six rebounds, and five assists per game. His all-around game took Portland to two NBA Finals, and he became one of the most iconic players in team history.
Nobody lit up Moda Center quite like Damian Lillard during his prime years in Portland. Defenders knew what was coming and still couldn't stop him—deep threes, dagger shots, and cold-blooded game-winners that sent crowds into a frenzy. Across 11 seasons with the Blazers, he stacked up 25.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game.
Bill Walton was Portland’s centerpiece. During his six Portland seasons, he averaged 17.1 points, 13.5 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 blocks per game. In 1977, he led the team to its only NBA title and won the Finals MVP. Injuries cut his time short, but Portland fans never forgot what he brought.
Terry Porter brought the kind of grit, poise, and clutch gene that fans still rave about. He controlled the floor with sharp instincts and unselfish play while dishing out 7.0 assists per game while adding 15.0 points and 1.5 steals. He helped lead Portland to the NBA Finals twice.
Before most fans even knew the Blazers, Geoff Petrie was putting on a show. He averaged 21.8 points, 4.6 assists, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game while making it look effortless. "The Original Trail Blazer" earned Rookie of the Year and two All-Star selections before retiring due to career-ending knee injuries.
Not everyone remembers how big Clifford Robinson was for Portland through the '90s, but he delivered on both ends of the court. He earned the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year in 1993 and could knock down threes or lock up power forwards without missing a beat. "Uncle Cliffy" posted 16.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game in eight seasons.
By the time Scottie Pippen landed in Portland, he already had six rings and a Hall of Fame resume—but he still played like he had something to prove. His four seasons with the Blazers brought veteran leadership, elite defense, and clutch playoff performances. He helped push the team within one game of the NBA Finals in 2000.
LaMarcus Aldridge made it look easy with that smooth midrange jumper and quiet dominance in the post. He put up 19.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per game across nine seasons in Portland and made four All-Star appearances while wearing a Blazers jersey. L-A helped bridge the post-Roy era into the Lillard years.
Rasheed Wallace brought fire to the court during his run in Portland. He could shoot, defend, and dominate the paint without needing the spotlight. The NBA champion averaged 16.8 points and 7.0 rebounds per game as a Blazer and made four straight All-Star teams.
What Brandon Roy could’ve been without injuries still stings for Blazers fans. In just five seasons, he became a fan favorite with fearless drives, clutch shots, and smooth leadership on the floor. The now coach averaged 19.0 points, 4.7 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game and made three All-Star teams. At his peak, he felt like the future of the franchise.
By the time Arvydas Sabonis arrived in Portland, he was already a legend overseas—but he still turned heads in the NBA. His incredible passing for a big man and a soft shooting touch gave the Blazers a unique weapon. He posted 12.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while playing only seven seasons but left a lasting impact.
Nobody messed with Portland when Maurice Lucas was on the floor. He was known as "The Enforcer" and brought toughness, heart, and a killer midrange game that opponents couldn't ignore. Lucas was a key piece of the 1977 championship run and made four All-Star appearances. He played with fire but always kept the team first—and the city loved him for it.
Sidney Wicks always gave Blazers fans something to cheer about. He won Rookie of the Year in 1972 and made four straight All-Star teams while carrying the team through its early seasons. Wicks had a smooth scoring touch and a fierce competitive edge.
Jerome Kersey had hustle and heart during his time. He could dunk with power, scrap for loose balls, and energize the entire arena with one play. The San Antonio Spurs' champion played 11 seasons with the Blazers and helped them reach the NBA Finals twice.
Smooth and reliable, Jim Paxson was the kind of scorer who made it look effortless. He spent nine seasons in Portland and became a two-time All-Star while leading the team in points for four straight years. "Big Guard" finished with over 11,000 points in a Blazers jersey and later served in the front office.
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Here’s a look at the players who helped define the Blazers through how they played, what they gave, and the standards they set.
Clyde Drexler
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Credit: InstagramClyde "The Glide" Drexler was a force to be reckoned with during his time with the Portland Trail Blazers. Over 15 NBA seasons, he averaged more than 20 points, six rebounds, and five assists per game. His all-around game took Portland to two NBA Finals, and he became one of the most iconic players in team history.
Damian Lillard
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Credit: FacebookNobody lit up Moda Center quite like Damian Lillard during his prime years in Portland. Defenders knew what was coming and still couldn't stop him—deep threes, dagger shots, and cold-blooded game-winners that sent crowds into a frenzy. Across 11 seasons with the Blazers, he stacked up 25.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game.
Bill Walton
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Credit: InstagramBill Walton was Portland’s centerpiece. During his six Portland seasons, he averaged 17.1 points, 13.5 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 blocks per game. In 1977, he led the team to its only NBA title and won the Finals MVP. Injuries cut his time short, but Portland fans never forgot what he brought.
Terry Porter
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Credit: Blazer's EdgeTerry Porter brought the kind of grit, poise, and clutch gene that fans still rave about. He controlled the floor with sharp instincts and unselfish play while dishing out 7.0 assists per game while adding 15.0 points and 1.5 steals. He helped lead Portland to the NBA Finals twice.
Geoff Petrie
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Credit: FacebookBefore most fans even knew the Blazers, Geoff Petrie was putting on a show. He averaged 21.8 points, 4.6 assists, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game while making it look effortless. "The Original Trail Blazer" earned Rookie of the Year and two All-Star selections before retiring due to career-ending knee injuries.
Clifford Robinson
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Credit: RedditNot everyone remembers how big Clifford Robinson was for Portland through the '90s, but he delivered on both ends of the court. He earned the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year in 1993 and could knock down threes or lock up power forwards without missing a beat. "Uncle Cliffy" posted 16.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game in eight seasons.
Scottie Pippen
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Credit: XBy the time Scottie Pippen landed in Portland, he already had six rings and a Hall of Fame resume—but he still played like he had something to prove. His four seasons with the Blazers brought veteran leadership, elite defense, and clutch playoff performances. He helped push the team within one game of the NBA Finals in 2000.
LaMarcus Aldridge
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Credit: RedditLaMarcus Aldridge made it look easy with that smooth midrange jumper and quiet dominance in the post. He put up 19.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per game across nine seasons in Portland and made four All-Star appearances while wearing a Blazers jersey. L-A helped bridge the post-Roy era into the Lillard years.
Rasheed Wallace
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Credit: InstagramRasheed Wallace brought fire to the court during his run in Portland. He could shoot, defend, and dominate the paint without needing the spotlight. The NBA champion averaged 16.8 points and 7.0 rebounds per game as a Blazer and made four straight All-Star teams.
Brandon Roy
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Credit: RedditWhat Brandon Roy could’ve been without injuries still stings for Blazers fans. In just five seasons, he became a fan favorite with fearless drives, clutch shots, and smooth leadership on the floor. The now coach averaged 19.0 points, 4.7 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game and made three All-Star teams. At his peak, he felt like the future of the franchise.
Arvydas Sabonis
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Credit: FacebookBy the time Arvydas Sabonis arrived in Portland, he was already a legend overseas—but he still turned heads in the NBA. His incredible passing for a big man and a soft shooting touch gave the Blazers a unique weapon. He posted 12.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while playing only seven seasons but left a lasting impact.
Maurice Lucas
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Credit: FacebookNobody messed with Portland when Maurice Lucas was on the floor. He was known as "The Enforcer" and brought toughness, heart, and a killer midrange game that opponents couldn't ignore. Lucas was a key piece of the 1977 championship run and made four All-Star appearances. He played with fire but always kept the team first—and the city loved him for it.
Sidney Wicks
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Credit: FacebookSidney Wicks always gave Blazers fans something to cheer about. He won Rookie of the Year in 1972 and made four straight All-Star teams while carrying the team through its early seasons. Wicks had a smooth scoring touch and a fierce competitive edge.
Jerome Kersey
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Credit: FacebookJerome Kersey had hustle and heart during his time. He could dunk with power, scrap for loose balls, and energize the entire arena with one play. The San Antonio Spurs' champion played 11 seasons with the Blazers and helped them reach the NBA Finals twice.
Jim Paxson
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Credit: eBaySmooth and reliable, Jim Paxson was the kind of scorer who made it look effortless. He spent nine seasons in Portland and became a two-time All-Star while leading the team in points for four straight years. "Big Guard" finished with over 11,000 points in a Blazers jersey and later served in the front office.
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