Portland Trail Blazers Wiretap

Upcoming Awards Announcement Dates Schedule Released

The NBA has released the second 2006-07 NBA annual awards schedule.

The NBA All-Defensive team will be revealed on April 30, the Rookie Of The Year will be announced on May 2, and the Sportsmanship Award will be announced on May 3.

Most believe that Portland guard Brandon Roy is a lock to receive the Rookie Of The Year

Via RealGM


Blazers Will Pursue Rashard Lewis

The Blazers can't negotiate or talk about free agents until July 1, but indications are they will pursue Seattle small forward Rashard Lewis and Denver point guard Steve Blake.

Via Oregonian


Udoka Out For The Season With Knee Injury

Trail Blazers forward Ime Udoka will miss the rest of the season because of right knee soreness.

Udoka was averaging 8.4 points and 3.7 rebounds in 75 games. The Portland native was a training camp invitee considered a long shot to make the roster, but Udoka impressed coach Nate McMillan, and not only earned a roster spot but became a starter.

Via AP


Trail Blazers Apr 2007 Archive