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WHL playoffs: Winterhawks open against Everett

Even though they couldn’t keep pace with a loaded Seattle team down the stretch of the regular season, the Portland Winterhawks figure to carry plenty of confiden… Read moreWHL playoffs: Winterhawks open against Everett

History on the tee: Portland Golf Club added to National Register of Historic Places

Over 100 years in the making, Portland Golf Club's mark on the history of golf in the Pacific Northwest is on par with hundreds of other significant locations acr… Read moreHistory on the tee: Portland Golf Club added to National Register of Historic Places

Blazers fall 124-96 with most starters out in tilt against Bulls

With most of the starting lineup out, the Portland Trail Blazers (32-41) fell at home to the Chicago Bulls (35-38) 124-96 on Friday night in the Moda Center. Read moreBlazers fall 124-96 with most starters out in tilt against Bulls

'He's the connector:' Trendon Watford helps bring playmaking and light to the Blazers

While the Portland Trail Blazers season might be on its deathbed, Trendon Watford is providing the kind of jolt needed to keep things interesting. Read more'He's the connector:' Trendon Watford helps bring playmaking and light to the Blazers

Sharpe's new career high helps Blazers break losing streak, down Jazz 127-115

The Portland Trail Blazers (32-40) did not completely blow a double-digit lead, hanging on in the fourth quarter to down the Utah Jazz (35-37) 127-115 on the road… Read moreSharpe's new career high helps Blazers break losing streak, down Jazz 127-115

Thorns midfielder Sam Coffey excited to build upon strong rookie season

A year ago, Sam Coffey hit the ground running upon joining the Portland Thorns. As a rookie, the midfielder had a lot to learn as she took the step from college t… Read moreThorns midfielder Sam Coffey excited to build upon strong rookie season

Thorns storylines: Coaching change, World Cup among 2023 challenges

The Portland Thorns begin their 11th season in the National Women's Soccer League on Sunday, March 26 when they host Orlando at 2 p.m. at Providence Park. Here ar… Read moreThorns storylines: Coaching change, World Cup among 2023 challenges

Survey results: Readers split on new Hillsboro Hops stadium, have many questions

Readers have mixed feelings and a lot of confusion about Hillsboro's plans to build a new baseball stadium for the Hillsboro Hops, the results of a Pamplin Media reader survey show.

White: If the Blazers want to win, they need more veterans to build better habits

COLUMN: Lillard is the lone 30-year-old on Portland's roster, and it shows.

Winterhawks honor 1983 champions, retire Cam Neely's No. 21

Four decades seemed to fade away on Saturday, March 18, at Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Blazers' comeback falls short with another loss, this one to visiting Celtics

A Damian Lillard-led comeback fell short in the Portland Trail Blazers’ 126-112 loss to the Boston Celtics on Friday at the Moda Center.

Thorns sign two rookies, announce TV schedule, win preseason match

The Portland Thorns have signed rookies Izzy D’Aquila and Lauren Kozal.

Another double-digit lead squandered in Blazers' 123-107 loss to the Knicks

This time it was a 16-point lead blown by the Portland Trail Blazers (31-38) in their 123-107 loss to the New York Knicks (41-30) on Tuesday night in the Moda Center.

Bill Schonely remembered as larger-than-life voice at public memorial

There were bingos, bangos and bongos. There were a few lickety brindles, and wry references from former Portland Trail Blazers Chris Dudley and Terry Porter about free throws missed. Of course, there were plenty of Rip Citys!

Portland Timbers sign forward Franck Boli

The Portland Timbers hope that the acquisition of striker Franck Boli can add some juice to a shorthanded and struggling group of forwards.

Beaverton mom-and-pop pizzeria is in major league now

Every Saturday night, one Beaverton-based business is looking to host Portland’s biggest pizza party.

No time to panic, but Timbers need scoring punch

There was a sense of inevitability on March 11 at Providence Park.

Hops get nod for new ballpark next to Ron Tonkin Field

The minor league baseball team and the city government originally planned to expand Ron Tonkin Field, which is just 10 years old, but they decided to build a new stadium to MLB’s standards instead.

Early Timbers performances: more questions than answers

Patience can be hard. Especially after five idle months. Especially in our instant-gratification society.

Winterhawks beat Everett to end long losing skid, look to build momentum

For several weeks now, it’s seemed like pucks have it out for the Portland Winterhawks.

Late surge not enough for Timbers on Saturday in 3-2 loss at LAFC

A furious comeback attempt could not make up for an hour of mistake-prone soccer on Saturday and the Portland Timbers fell on the road to Los Angeles FC 3-2.

Atlanta Hawks roll past Trail Blazers on Friday

The Atlanta Hawks shot 57% Friday, March 3, and strolled to a 129-111 win over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers.

Expand Ron Tonkin Field or build a new ballpark? Hillsboro faces quandary

Hillsboro is deciding whether to build a brand-new baseball park next to Ron Tonkin Field, instead of moving forward with the planned renovations to the city-owned facility built in 2013.

Ingram too much for Trail Blazers in Wednesday loss to New Orleans Pelicans

The first matchup between Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum was overshadowed by Brandon Ingram on Wednesday at Moda Center.

Marcus Nguyen's growth a lift for Portland Winterhawks

February is a month many of the Portland Winterhawks are likely glad to see end.

Blazers blow another lead, this one at Golden State in 123-105 loss

The Portland Trail Blazers (29-32) blew a lead once again, this week’s iteration coming 123-105 on the road at Golden State (32-30).

Portland Thorns to host preseason games March 12-18

The Portland Thorns will host three preseason doubleheaders between March 12 and March 18 at Providence Park. Participating teams are OL Reign, Racing Louisville and the U.S. Under-12 Women’s National Team.

Lillard's 71-point explosion carries Trail Blazers past visiting Rockets

Damian Lillard sure didn’t take a game against the struggling Houston Rockets for granted.

Season preview: Will 2023 Timbers thrive, be mediocre, or worse?

The long wait for Major League Soccer’s return ends on Saturday, Feb. 25, when the Portland Timbers host Sporting Kansas City.

FROM THE SIDELINES: Wrestling isn't about fame and fortune, it's about work

Let’s get ready to rumble!

Timbers trade away defender Bill Tuiloma; Dairon Asprilla out up to six weeks

The Portland Timbers are trading defender Bill Tuiloma to Charlotte FC for at least $800,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM).

FROM THE SIDELINES: Gary Payton II could be headed for Trail Blazer purgatory

Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our NBA lives.

Tuiloma, veteran centerbacks mean continuity for Timbers

As the Portland Timbers began their final two weeks of preparation for the Feb. 25 kickoff to the club’s 13th season in Major League Soccer, the question of how the striker position will be solidified remained front and center.

Lillard scores 40, Thybulle feels 'comfortable' in Blazers win over Lakers

The Portland Trail Blazers (28-29) came one 3-pointer short of tying a team record for most in a game as they took down a LeBron-less Los Angeles Lakers (26-32) team 127-115 on Monday at the Moda Center.

Seattle blanks Winterhawks in playoff-like home hockey game

Losing to your rival in front of one of the biggest home crowds of the season isn’t ideal, but the Portland Winterhawks found plenty to build upon in a 3-0 loss to the Seattle Thunderbirds Saturday, Feb. 11, with more than 8,000 fans watching…

Cronin, Blazers want to go all-in, but only for the right deal

Like every 3-pointer Damian Lillard takes, finding the bottom of the net takes a great amount of precision.

Report: Blazers trade Gary Payton II to Golden State; Receive Kevin Knox and Matisse Thybulle

The Portland Trail Blazers aren’t done on the trade market as the team has reportedly traded for Philadelphia 76ers guard Matisse Thybulle and Kevin Knox from the Detroit Pistons, the latter of which also sends Gary Payton II to the Golden St…

Lillard's second career triple-double propels Blazers past Warriors 125-122

There was plenty of action at the Moda Center on Wednesday during the Portland Trail Blazers’ 125-122 win over the visiting Golden State Warriors. And it started before tipoff.

Blazers' trade of Josh Hart to Knicks a 'chess' move in eyes of Lillard

The Portland Trail Blazers have reportedly traded forward Josh Hart to the New York Knicks, first reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski Wednesday, Feb. 8.

OPINION: Bringing the WNBA to Oregon

From the Thorns to popular women’s collegiate teams, we’ve proven this region can host a women’s pro basketball franchise.

Portland Thorns schedule announced; opener is March 26

The Portland Thorns will open their 2023 season at home on Sunday, March 26 against the Orlando Pride.

WNBA commissioner hears enthusiastic support for possible Portland franchise during visit

If all it took to bring an expansion franchise in the WNBA to Portland was energy, it would probably be a done deal based on the enthusiasm on Monday, Feb. 6, at The Sports Bra sports bar in Northeast Portland.

Third quarter slump dooms Blazers in 129-121 loss at Chicago

Going into halftime up 11 with Damian Lillard sitting at 28 points, it felt like the Portland Trail Blazers (26-27) were in a good spot to close out their three-game road trip in Chicago with a third consecutive win.

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