Rip City Report

On this edition of the Rip City Report, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com recap Portland's win in Game Three versus the Clippers and preview Monday's Game Four

On this edition of the Rip City Report podcast, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com recap the Trail Blazers' 102-81 loss to the Clippers in Game Two of their first round playoff series

In this edition of the Rip City Report podcast, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com discuss Portland's loss to the Clippers in Game One of their first round playoff series

In the first 2016 Playoffs edition of the Rip City Report, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com preview the first round series between the Trail Blazers and Clippers, which starts Sunday at Staples Center

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com discuss the Trail Blazers clinching a playoff spot, potential playoff matchups, Moe Harkless, Al-Farouq Aminu and answer Twitter-submitted questions

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com discuss Portland's attempts to rise up the standings in the last few weeks of the season, Meyers Leonard's season-ending injury and his future with the team, the play of Moe Harkless in the starting lineup and answer a host of Twitter questions.

Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com discuss the Trail Blazers and impending playoffs on the Rip City Report podcast

Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/TrailBlazers.com discuss Portland's road trip, the injury of Meyers Leonard, the Western Conference playoff race and answer Twitter questions on the newest edition of the Rip City Report podcast

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •The Blazers’ six-game trip. Are you happy about going 3-3 or upset about dropping three in a row? •Things won’t get any easier for the Blazers moving forward. •The defense is struggling. •What’s up with the Damian Lillard and Stephen Curry comparisons? •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about Lillard’s All-NBA chances, Meyers Leonard’s defense, beer, life on a back-to-back, seeing Steve Blake, preferred playoff matchups and their favorite berries.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •The Blazers continue to defy odds. •Damian Lillard’s next-level play and the Moda Center MVP chants. •The upcoming six-game trip will reveal whether the Blazers are for real. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about the the Blazers’ defense, how CJ McCollum and Lillard rank among NBA backcourts, road trip expectations, flying and more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •A recap of the NBA trade deadline. •An appreciation for Neil Olshey. •Why was Tim Frazier cut? •A look at the schedule over the final two months. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about the deadline, Gerald Henderson, Allen Crabbe’s long-term prospects, Anderson Varejao’s contract, “Deadpool,” Nutella and more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •A discussion about the Blazers’ playoff chase and why they are playing so well. •Joe’s preseason bets aren’t looking so good. •The improved play of Moe Harkless and Gerald Henderson. •The All-Star break. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about front office player vetting, Henderson’s long-term role with the team, Brandon Roy, a playoff date with LaMarcus Aldridge and much more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •A look at the Blazers’ winning streak and whether or not is has altered our preseason predictions. •The Blazers’ suddenly improved defense. •Damian Lillard’s All-Star snub. •Is Gerald Henderson being showcased for a trade? •Why is Moe Harkless been banished from the rotation? •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about the vibe in the locker room, Terry Stotts’ coach of the year candidacy, CJ McCollum’s relationship of the media and much more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including:•A look at Damian Lillard’s All-Star chances.•The return of Nicolas Batum.•Noah Vonleh’s recent development.•CJ McCollum wants to take part in something at All-Star Weekend.•Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about Moe Harkless’ sudden drop in playing time, Gerald Henderson’s trade value, Mason Plumlee’s defense and more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •A look at the Blazers at the midseason. •The debate between chasing the playoffs or a lottery pick. •Midseason awards. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about Terry Stotts’ future in Portland, Gerald Henderson, forgettable experiences at the movie theater, road venues that feature lots of Blazers fans and much more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •The CJ McCollum roster snafu. •Damian Lillard’s cold-shooting return. •The surprising connection between Lillard and Brandon Roy. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about Chris Kaman’s Christmas wish-list, balancing player relationships with reporting, a breakdown of their favorite and least-favorite NBA stadiums and a discussion about the player they’d least like to cover.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •Damian Lillard’s injury. •The strong play of Allen Crabbe and CJ McCollum. •Is Meyers Leonard’s slump over? •The Blazers’ playoff chances. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a ton of listener questions about Tim Frazier, Damian Lillard’s new shoe, tanking in the NBA, The D League and Blazers who would make good partners in “The Amazing Race.”

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •Meyers Leonard’s slump. •Moe Harkless’ return to Orlando. •The direction of the franchise and the symmetry between the front office and coaching staff. •The Blazers are in the middle of a tough trip. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a ton of listener questions about “Star Wars,” Allen Crabbe, former Blazers players, crazy work-related stories and much more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •The Blazers’ current road trip •The return of Robin Lopez (and Arron Afflalo). •Terry Stotts’ relationship with his players. •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a ton of listener questions about Pat Cannaughton, Keanu Reeves movies, potential trade deadline targets and much, much more.

In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: •A look at Al-Farouq Aminu’s struggles. •The Blazers fourth-quarter woes (again). •Is Gerald Henderson turning the corner? •Should Meyers Leonard go back into the starting lineup? •Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions about CJ McCollum, the Oregon coast, potential trade targets, three-point celebrations and much more.