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Damian Lillard has been a member of the Portland Trail Blazers since 2012. During his 10 seasons in the NBA, Lillard has come to define the Portland franchise.  The Trail Blazers experienced a major upheaval Friday, firing general manager Neil Olshey after a monthlong investigation into allegations he created a toxic workplace.  Lillard was asked about the situation during a Reddit AMA session later Friday. Lillard took part in the event to represent Gatorade, who was responsible for posting… Source link

The Portland Trail Blazers fired president of basketball operations and general manager Neil Olshey after an investigation into allegations that he created a toxic workplace, the organization announced Friday. A few members of the organization were informed of the decision Thursday night after a 31-point trouncing by the San Antonio Spurs, sources told Yahoo Sports. Joe Cronin was elevated to interim GM, and the Trail Blazers will conduct a search for a permanent replacement, the team said. Two… Source link

The investigation into Portland Trail Blazers president of basketball operations and general manager Neil Olshey has been extended, league sources told Yahoo Sports.  Previously expected to wrap up shortly, the investigation could last a few weeks before a ruling on Olshey’s future is determined, sources said. Employees of the practice facility were interviewed on Thursday and Friday.  O’Melveny & Myers — the firm enlisted to investigate the claims — extended its investigation to… Source link