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A new report from a pair of Portland Trail Blazers insiders claims Damian Lillard never wanted to be traded to

The Trail Blazers and Damian Lillard are back together after two years apart. He has an unbelievably strong connection to Portland, and with his Achilles injury, Lillard made his way back.

"His heart was always there in Portland, his family lives in Portland" - Kendrick Perkins believes Damian Lillard never 'mentally left' the Blazers originally appeared on Basketball Network.

Before requesting a trade two years ago, Lillard swore he was loyal to Portland. With decision to return as a surprise free agent, he backed that up.

New York Knicks guard Josh Hart disclosed his reaction to the Milwaukee Bucks waiving and extending the contract of star point guard Damian Lillard.