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Stories by Erik Gundersen

Columbian Trail Blazers Writer

The Spurs' Tony Parker, left, guards the Blazers' Nicolas Batum, in the first quarter during the playoffs last season.

What’s up with Batum? Blazers still at a loss

The Spurs' Tony Parker, left, guards the Blazers' Nicolas Batum, in the first quarter during the playoffs last season.

January 15, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

After Portland's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, it was evident that nobody's game is hurting more than Nicolas Batum's. Read story

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Blazers’ 100-94 loss to Clippers has playoff atmosphere

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January 14, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

Damian Lillard scored 12 points of his 15 in the final period. But behind 25 points, 10 assists and six rebounds from Chris Paul, the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Blazers 100-94. Read story

Portland forward LaMarcus Aldridge, right, checks Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin, left, during Wednesday's game at the Moda Center.

Blazers Notebook: Aldridge’s overlooked defense

Portland forward LaMarcus Aldridge, right, checks Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin, left, during Wednesday's game at the Moda Center.

January 14, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

"I think LaMarcus has been extremely undervalued as a defender," Blazers coach Terry Stotts said. Read story

Blazers Week In Review 01-12

January 11, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

A look back at the week that was for the Portland Trail Blazers Read story

Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, right, drives on Orlando Magic forward Channing Frye during the first half Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015.

Trail Blazers hand Magic 6th straight loss, 103-92

Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, right, drives on Orlando Magic forward Channing Frye during the first half Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015.

January 10, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

LaMarcus Aldridge scored 25 points and the Portland Trail Blazers handed the Orlando Magic their sixth consecutive loss, 103-92 on Saturday night. Read story

Portland's Damian Lillard, right, drives to the basket past Miami's Dwyane Wade during the second half Thursday.

Lillard assures all he won’t miss a game

Portland's Damian Lillard, right, drives to the basket past Miami's Dwyane Wade during the second half Thursday.

January 9, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

Damian Lillard gingerly walked to out to the practice court after receiving treatment on his lower back. He was sore Friday but expects to play Saturday against the Orlando Magic. Read story

Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, left, drives against Miami Heat center Chris Bosh during the first half in Portland on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015.

Blazers get hot in third to beat Heat

Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, left, drives against Miami Heat center Chris Bosh during the first half in Portland on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015.

January 8, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers got off to a slow start but a strong third quarter propelled them past the Miami Heat 99-83 Thursday. Read story

The Portland Trail Blazers signed general manager Neil Olshey to a multi-year extension on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015, and named him president of basketball operations.

Blazers architect Olshey gets extension

The Portland Trail Blazers signed general manager Neil Olshey to a multi-year extension on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015, and named him president of basketball operations.

January 8, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers signed general manager Neil Olshey to a multi-year extension on Thursday and named him president of basketball operations. Read story

Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews holds up three fingers after sinking a three point basket during an NBA basketball game Nov.

Matthews’ status for Heat game uncertain

Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews holds up three fingers after sinking a three point basket during an NBA basketball game Nov.

January 7, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

Blazers guard Wesley Matthews, who did not practice Wednesday, was in the middle of addressing the state of his knee after an awkward fall that caused the Moda Center to gasp in unison. Read story

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, right, drives on Los Angeles Lakers guard Ronnie Price during the first half in Portland, Ore., Monday, Jan. 5, 2015. Lillard finished with 39 points in the Blazers' 98-94 win.

Lillard helps Blazers rally past Lakers, 98-94

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, right, drives on Los Angeles Lakers guard Ronnie Price during the first half in Portland, Ore., Monday, Jan. 5, 2015. Lillard finished with 39 points in the Blazers' 98-94 win.

January 5, 2015, 4:00pm Blazers

Damian Lillard scored 39 points and made the go-ahead basket with 36 seconds remaining as the Portland Trail Blazers rallied from a 10-point deficit in the second half to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 98-94. Read story