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Stories by Erik Gundersen

Columbian Trail Blazers Writer

Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews, right, passes the ball as Los Angeles Lakers guard Jodie Meeks defends during the first half of Monday's game at the Moda Center.

Lakers start fast to beat Blazers

Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews, right, passes the ball as Los Angeles Lakers guard Jodie Meeks defends during the first half of Monday's game at the Moda Center.

March 3, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

The Los Angeles Lakers led by 13 points after the first quarter on the way to a 107-106 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday at the Moda Center. Read story

Blazers Notebook: Leonard getting back to normal

March 3, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

Monday was Meyers Leonard's second game since injuring an ankle in practice. He said that probably the biggest issue he faces is getting his conditioning back. Read story

Portland's Will Barton, left, has been playing well off the team's deep bench during recent Trail Blazers victories.

Barton reflects on making contributions off Blazers’ bench

Portland's Will Barton, left, has been playing well off the team's deep bench during recent Trail Blazers victories.

March 2, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

It's been a good stretch for Will Barton. He's been playing well, all in games that the Portland Trail Blazers have won. Read story

Blazers week in review 2/3

March 2, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

A look back at the Trail Blazers week and what's coming up Read story

Lora Stoudt, 82, left, and Marge Gregg, 83, from VanMall Retirement, cheer on the Blazers at the Moda Center against the Spurs, Wednesday, February 19, 2014.

Blazers on bucket list for one local retiree

Lora Stoudt, 82, left, and Marge Gregg, 83, from VanMall Retirement, cheer on the Blazers at the Moda Center against the Spurs, Wednesday, February 19, 2014.

March 1, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

The Blazers may have lost, but it didn't stop a few elderly basketball fans leaving the Moda Center from feeling like winners. Read story

Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge will miss at least two games with a back contusion suffered Wednesday against San Antonio.

Blazers happy to see Aldridge return to practice

Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge will miss at least two games with a back contusion suffered Wednesday against San Antonio.

February 28, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

The Blazers have been defending, they've been running and rolling over their last five games without LaMarcus Aldridge, Joel Freeland, Meyers Leonard and recently Thomas Robinson. Read story

Brooklyn's Jason Collins, right, cheers with teammates before Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center.

Jason Collins’ whirlwind breezes through Portland

Brooklyn's Jason Collins, right, cheers with teammates before Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center.

February 26, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

On Sunday, the Brooklyn Nets signed center Jason Collins to a 10-day contract. When he stepped on the court to face the Lakers in his hometown, he became the first openly gay man to play in an NBA game. Read story

Brooklyn Nets' Andrei Kirilenko (47) drives against Portland Trail Blazers' Will Barton (5) and Victor Claver (18) during the first half Wednesday.

Barton bounces back as Blazers roll over Brooklyn

Brooklyn Nets' Andrei Kirilenko (47) drives against Portland Trail Blazers' Will Barton (5) and Victor Claver (18) during the first half Wednesday.

February 26, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

Playing seven minutes and only having two turnovers to show for would discourage most players. Most players, however, do not have the resolute confidence of Will Barton. Read story

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard signals after sinking a three  point shot during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz in Portland, Ore., Friday, Feb. 21, 2014.  Lillard led Portland in scoring with 28 points as they won 102-94.

Lillard’s aggressiveness lifting Blazers

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard signals after sinking a three  point shot during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz in Portland, Ore., Friday, Feb. 21, 2014.  Lillard led Portland in scoring with 28 points as they won 102-94.

February 24, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

As the Blazers returned from the All-Star break and LaMarcus Aldridge has missed three games, Damian Lillard has been more aggressive, especially around the basket. Read story

Blazers week in review 2/24

February 23, 2014, 4:00pm Blazers

A look back at the Blazers week as well as a look to upcoming opponents. Read story