Damian Lillard's Return to Portland Trail Blazers Set for 2026-27 Season

Damian Lillard is making a sentimental return to the Portland Trail Blazers after being waived and stretched by the Milwaukee Bucks. He is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season as he rehabilitates from a torn Achilles suffered in the postseason, with his anticipated return to the court in a Blazers jersey slated for the 2026-27 season. Fans at Moda Center are expected to give Lillard a warm welcome upon his return.