The Blazers are functionally in the same place as before the trade — hoping lottery luck can save them from mediocrity

Milwaukee Bucks' star Damian Lillard is listed as day-to-day with a quadricep issue ahead of their game against the Portland Trail Blazers. His participation remains uncertain, affecting the Bucks' offensive power.

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard returned to the Moda Center for the first time as an opponent of the Portland Trail Blazers. After spending a legendary 11 seasons with Portland, Lillard’s return was a circus of fanfare,