RealGM Basketball Wiretap

30 March 2026

• Tom Dundon Group's $4.25 Billion Purchase Of Blazers Unanimously Approved By Board Of Governors

  The NBA Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers to a group led by Dallas businessman Tom Dundon, a league source told The Athletic. The deal is structured at an approximate total value of $4.25 billion.

  The transaction ends the Allen family's ownership era dating to 1988. It is structured in two stages: an 80.1 percent stake closes March 31 at a $4 billion valuation, with the remaining 19.9 percent closing no later than September 1, 2028, at a $4.5 billion valuation. During the interim period, former Blazers chairman Bert Kolde will observe board meetings without governance authority.

  Dundon's purchasing group includes Portland's Sheel Tyle of investment firm Collective Global, Chicago's Marc Zahr of Blue Owl, the Cherng family of Las Vegas, founders of Panda Express, and Freedom Mortgage CEO Stanley Middleman, who also holds a partial stake in the Philadelphia Phillies.

  Dundon currently serves as majority owner of the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes, which he acquired in 2018 for $420 million. He recently sold 12.5 percent of that stake at a $2.66 billion valuation while retaining majority control. Carolina has reached the playoffs in eight straight seasons under his stewardship.

  The Blazers are seeking $600 million to renovate the Moda Center. Oregon's Legislature has already committed $365 million, funded through income tax revenues from team-related activity. Additional contributions from Multnomah County and the city of Portland remain pending council votes.

  Paul Allen purchased the franchise in 1988 for $70 million. Following his death in 2018, his sister Jody assumed governance. The Allen estate listed the team for sale in May 2025, with all proceeds designated for charitable distribution.

• Jerami Grant Out Indefinitely Due To Calf Injury

  Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant will be out indefinitely due to a right calf injury. Grant said he felt a "pop" in his calf during Friday's loss to the Dallas Mavericks. The veteran forward had an MRI, but a timeline to return won't be determined until Grant undergoes more testing.

  Grant has rebounded this season to be a productive contributor for Portland. On the season, the 12th-year veteran has averaged 18.6 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game. Grant has been more efficient, as he's shot 45.3% from the field, including 38.9% on 6.1 three-point attempts per game.

• Trail Blazers, Warriors Locked Into Play-In Tournament

  The Portland Trail Blazers and Golden State Warriors are now locked into spots in the Western Conference Play-In Tournament. Portland and Golden State are currently in the ninth and tenth spots in the Western Conference. That would see them meet in the 9-10 game of the Play-In Tournament, should those standings hold.

  The Trail Blazers are currently 1.5 games behind the LA Clippers to move into the eighth spot in the West Play-In Tournament. The Warriors are three games behind the Clippers.

  The team that wins the 9-10 Play-In Tournament Game advances to play the loser of the 7-8 Game. The winner of that matchup is then the eighth seed in the playoffs.

• Trail Blazers vs. Brooklyn Nets: How to Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

  The lights of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn shine bright tonight as the Portland Trail Blazers look to capitalize on a heavily depleted Brooklyn Nets squad. Both teams are searching for a much-needed win to snap recent slides in this cross-country clash.

  The Portland Trail Blazers (32-36) arrive in Brooklyn following a narrow loss to the 76ers, but they remain a dangerous threat behind the All-Star level play ofDeni Avdija. Avdija has been a revelation this season, averaging 24.1 points and 6.7 assists per game. He is flanked by rookie sensationDonovan Clingan, who is dominating the glass with 11.6 rebounds and protecting the rim with 1.6 blocks per contest.

  The Brooklyn Nets (17-50), meanwhile, are limping into tonight's matchup with a massive injury report. With leading scorer Michael Porter Jr. (ankle) and Noah Clowney (rest) ruled out, the Nets will lean heavily onNic Claxton (12.0 PPG, 7.1 RPG) and rookieDanny Wolf, who is coming off his first career double-double. Despite the roster challenges, Brooklyn remains a scrappy home underdog looking to play spoiler under head coach Jordi Fernández.

  How to watch Blazers vs Nets

  Tonight's inter-conference game will be broadcast on local regional sports networks in both the Brooklyn and Portland markets, with a national stream available for out-of-market fans on NBA League Pass.

  National/Out-of-Market	NBA League Pass
  Nets Local TV	YES Network
  Blazers Local TV	KUNP / Rip City TV
  Live Stream	Fubo, DirecTV
  Game Time	7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT

  How to watch Blazers vs Nets for free

  To watch tonight's Blazers vs. Nets game for free, local fans can utilize a 5-day free trial from streaming services like Fubo, which carries both YES Network for Brooklyn viewers and KUNP for those in the Portland area.

  Fubo: The premier choice for cord-cutters. Fubo provides high-definition access to YES Network and KUNP, ensuring you catch every highlight during the free trial window.

  NBA League Pass: For fans living out-of-market, League Pass is the go-to way to follow Deni Avdija and Donovan Clingan. New users can sign up for a free trial through Amazon Prime Video or the NBA app to stream the game live.

• Portland Trail Blazers vs. Philadelphia 76ers: How To Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

  The action heads to the Xfinity Mobile Arena tonight as Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers travel to Philadelphia to face a resilient 76ers squad that is fighting through a major injury crisis while playing the second night of a back-to-back.

  The Philadelphia 76ers (36-31) enter tonight's contest on a high note after a gutsy win over the Nets yesterday, despite missing virtually their entire starting core. WithTyrese Maxey (finger) andJoel Embiid (oblique) sidelined, the Sixers have leaned on the breakout scoring of Quentin Grimes (28 points last game) and rookie VJ Edgecombe. Philadelphia remains undefeated in their last five back-to-back scenarios, showcasing incredible depth and conditioning.

  The Portland Trail Blazers (32-35), meanwhile, are well-rested and looking to build on a Friday night victory over the Jazz. Portland is powered by the scoring ofDeni Avdija, who ranks 17th in the league with 24.1 points per game, and the interior dominance ofDonovan Clingan, who is coming off a massive 21-point, 15-rebound, 7-block performance. With Portland favored by 7.5 points and the Sixers' training room overflowing, tonight's matchup is a test of whether Philadelphia's grit can overcome the Blazers' height and rest advantage.

  How to watch Blazers vs 76ers

  Tonight's inter-conference game will be broadcast on local regional sports networks in both the Philadelphia and Portland markets, with a national stream available for out-of-market fans on NBA League Pass.

  National/Out-of-Market	NBA League Pass
  76ers Local TV	NBCS Philadelphia
  Blazers Local TV	KUNP / Rip City TV
  Live Stream	Fubo, DirecTV

  How to watch Blazers vs 76ers for free

  To watch tonight's Blazers vs. 76ers game for free, fans can sign up for a 5-day free trial of a streaming service like Fubo, which carries both NBC Sports Philadelphia and the local Portland Rip City TV network.

  Fubo: The premier choice for fans in both markets. Fubo provides access to NBCS Philadelphia and KUNP, ensuring you don't miss a single highlight during the free trial window.

  NBA League Pass: For out-of-market fans, League Pass is the go-to way to follow Donovan Clingan and Deni Avdija. New users can sign up for a free trial via the NBA app or Amazon Prime Video to stream the game live.

• Adam Silver Meets With Oregon Officials After Blazers Secure $365M To Renovate Moda Center

  Adam Silver met with local officials on Friday after the Portland Trail Blazers received the Oregon Legislature's approval to renovate the Moda Center.

  State lawmakers passed a measure last week to secure $365 million for renovation of the 30-year-old building.

  "I think everyone in this community recognizes that, even in addition to the Trail Blazers and the Fire -- and we can't forget about the Fire, which are about to open this season -- that these arenas are multiuse facilities, whether it's conventions or trade shows, concerts, graduations, you name it," said Silver." They're part of the life blood of communities. So it's not just for the Trail Blazers and the Fire. You need a state of the art arena here."

  The Blazers have been vocal about the importance of updating the arena to attract bigger events like the NBA All-Star Game and NCAA Tournament games.

  The project is estimated to cost $600 million.

  "This work needs to be done, not just for the basketball teams in town, but for all those events, and because I know, on behalf the economy of Portland, you guys have lost out on some big events because this arena hasn't been updated in a long time," added Silver. "So it's just work that needs to get done. But it seems like the spirit is there."

• Jazz vs. Trail Blazers: How to Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

  The action shifts to the Moda Center tonight as Keyonte George and the Utah Jazz head to the Pacific Northwest to take on Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers in a Northwest Division clash where both squads are looking to finish their seasons on a high note.

  The Utah Jazz (20-46) arrive in Portland looking to build on the growth of their young core despite a challenging season hampered by frontcourt injuries. Utah has handed the offensive reins to standout sophomoreKeyonte George, who is pouring in a team-high 23.8 points and 6.2 assists per game. With Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler sidelined, the Jazz are leaning heavily on rookie centerKyle Filipowski, who is currently leading the active roster with 7.0 rebounds per contest.

  The Portland Trail Blazers (31-35), meanwhile, are fighting to stay relevant in the Western Conference Play-In race and are looking to bounce back from a narrow loss to Charlotte. Portland has been energized by the breakout performance ofDeni Avdija (24.3 PPG, 6.7 APG) and the defensive interior presence of rookie anchorDonovan Clingan, who leads the squad with 11.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game. With both teams showcasing the future of the Northwest Division, tonight's matchup offers a high-paced battle of ascending stars.

  How to watch Jazz vs Trail Blazers

  Tonight's divisional game will be broadcast on local regional sports networks in both the Salt Lake City and Portland markets, with a national stream available for out-of-market fans on NBA League Pass.

  National/Out-of-Market	NBA League Pass
  Jazz Local TV	KJZZ
  Trail Blazers Local TV	KUNP / Rip City TV
  Live Stream	Fubo, DirecTV, Jazz+

  How to watch Jazz vs Trail Blazers for free

  To watch tonight's Jazz vs. Trail Blazers game for free, local fans can utilize a 5-day free trial from streaming services like Fubo, which carries regional sports coverage for fans in the Northwest area.

  Fubo: The premier choice for cord-cutters in Portland and Utah. Fubo provides access to KUNP / Rip City Television Network and other local options, ensuring you don't miss any of tonight's action during your trial period.

  NBA League Pass: For fans living out-of-market, League Pass is the go-to service. You can subscribe through the NBA App or Amazon Prime Video to stream every dunk and highlight from the Moda Center live on any device.

• Charlotte Hornets vs. Portland Trail Blazers: How to Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

  The atmosphere at the Moda Center will be electric tonight as Brandon Miller and the Charlotte Hornets continue their West Coast swing, taking on Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers in a cross-conference showdown with Play-In implications.

  The Charlotte Hornets (32-33) arrive in Portland looking to get back to .500 and shake off a tough two-game losing streak. Led by the high-scoring sophomoreBrandon Miller, who leads the team with 20.6 points per game, Charlotte has transformed into a resilient road team under Charles Lee. They are further powered by the playmaking ofLaMelo Ball, who is averaging 7.3 assists, and the interior rebounding of Moussa Diabate (8.7 RPG).

  The Portland Trail Blazers (31-34), meanwhile, are just one game behind Charlotte in the overall standings and are riding the momentum of a dominant 20-point win in their last outing. Portland has been energized by the breakout season ofDeni Avdija, who is putting up career-high numbers of 24.3 points and 6.7 assists, while rookie centerDonovan Clingan has anchored the defense with 11.5 rebounds and over 2 blocks per contest. With both teams fighting to keep their postseason hopes alive, tonight's matchup is a clash of young, ascending cores.

  How to watch Hornets vs Trail Blazers

  Tonight's inter-conference matchup will be broadcast on local regional networks in both the Charlotte and Portland markets, with a national stream available for out-of-market fans via NBA League Pass.

  National/Out-of-Market	NBA League Pass
  Hornets Local TV	FDSN Southeast
  Trail Blazers Local TV	Rip City TV (KUNP)
  Live Stream	Fubo, DirecTV

  How to watch Hornets vs Trail Blazers for free

  To watch tonight's Hornets vs. Trail Blazers game for free, local fans can sign up for a 5-day free trial from streaming services like Fubo, which carries both Rip City Television Network and FanDuel Sports Network Southeast.

  Fubo: The most comprehensive option for local viewers. Fubo provides access to FanDuel Sports Network Southeast and Rip City TV, allowing you to catch every highlight of this matchup during your trial period.

  NBA League Pass: For fans living outside of the Charlotte or Portland broadcast areas, League Pass is the premier way to follow your team. You can subscribe through the NBA App or Amazon Prime Video to stream the game live on any device.

• Blazers Sign Jayson Kent To Two-Way Contract

  The Portland Trail Blazers have signed forward Jayson Kent to two-way contracts.

  Kent has played 37 total games with the Blazers' G League affiliate Rip City Remix during the 2025-26 season, averaging 11.9 points (49.2 FG%, 39.8 3FG%, 91.9 FT%), 4.1 rebounds, 1.0 assist and 1.0 steal in 26.2 minutes per game.

  Kent played five collegiate seasons at Texas (2024-25), Indiana State (2022-24) and Bradley (2020-22). Kent went undrafted in 2025 and is represented by Rob Anshila.

• Blazers Waive Javonte Cooke

  The Portland Trail Blazers waived Javonte Cooke on Monday, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

  Cooke appeared in 19 games for the Blazers, averaging 1.2 points and 1.0 rebounds.

  The team signed Chris Youngblood to a two-way contract earlier on Monday.