Locals in the NBA
Kyle Ireland
Report: NBA Advises Teams, Damian Lillard On Guard’s Miami Only Trade Request
The NBA reportedly sent a league-wide memo and interviewed Damian Lillard and his agent about the former Weber State star's trade request.9 months ago
Tim Reynolds, AP
Blazers Say They’re Willing To Wait Months To Resolve Lillard Saga If Necessary
Damian Lillard wants to be traded and the Blazers know this yet haven't abandoned hope that the seven-time All-Star changes his mind.10 months ago
Kyle Ireland
Utah Jazz Reportedly Interested In Trading For Damian Lillard
The Jazz are reportedly among the teams interested in trading for former Weber State and current Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard.10 months ago
Kyle Ireland
Reports: Damian Lillard Requests Trade From Blazers, Prefers Heat
Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard requested a trade and prefers to land with the Miami Heat, according to multiple reports.10 months ago
Chandler Holt
Reports: Former Ute Jakob Poeltl Re-Signs With Toronto Raptors
Former University of Utah center Jakob Poeltl has agreed on a four-year deal to return to the Toronto Raptors.10 months ago
Chandler Holt
Reports: Former Ute Kyle Kuzma Signs Deal With Washington Wizards
Former University of Utah forward Kyle Kuzma has agreed on a four-year deal to return to the Washington Wizards.10 months ago
Michelle Bodkin
Utes Bulletin: Things Happening In Utah Athletics (Week Of 6/26/23)
Can you believe it's the final week of June? Soon the Utes Bulletin will be prepping you all for Pac-12 Media Day and Fall Camp.10 months ago
Kyle Ireland
Weber State Forward Dillon Jones Receives NBA Draft Combine Invitation
Weber State forward Dillon Jones received an invitation to participate in the NBA Draft Combine after his play at the G League Elite Camp.11 months ago
Chandler Holt
SLC Star’s Frank Jackson Named G League Player Of Week
Frank Jackson was named the G League player of the week for the second time as a member of the Salt Lake City Stars.1 year ago
Anne M. Peterson, AP
Blazers’ Damian Lillard Scores 71 Points, Then Gets Drug Tested
Shortly after scoring a career-high 71 points, Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard was summoned for a drug test.1 year ago
Chandler Holt
Instant Replay: Damian Lillard Drops Career-High 71 Against Houston
Damian Lillard put on a shooting clinic against Houston on Saturday, dropping a career-high 71 points while shooting 58% from the field.1 year ago
Brian Preece
Instant Replay: Former Aggie Sam Merrill Enjoys Career-Day For Cleveland Charge
Already an NBA champion, former Utah State Aggie Sam Merrill hit ten threes on his way to a career-high 32 points on February 22.1 year ago
Michelle Bodkin
Utes Bulletin: Things Happening In Utah Athletics (Week Of 2/20/23)
With the smaller sports having success, we thought a one-stop-shop for Utah Athletics information might be helpful with the Utes Bulletin.1 year ago
Kyle Ireland and Chandler Holt
Former Weber State Star Damian Lillard Wins 2023 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest
Former Weber State and current Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard captured the 3-Point Contest crown during NBA All-Star Weekend.1 year ago
Michelle Bodkin
Former Ute Jarred DuBois Hosting Mental Health Panel During NBA All-Star Weekend
Former Ute and current Lakers assistant Jarred DuBois has returned to SLC for NBA All-Star Weekend, hosting a mental health panel.1 year ago
Kyle Ireland
Report: Damian Lillard To Compete In Three-Point Contest During 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend
Former Weber State and NBA star Damian Lillard reportedly plans to compete in the 2023 PepsiCo 3-Point Contest during All-Star Weekend.1 year ago
Kyle Ireland
Former Weber State Star Damian Lillard Named NBA All-Star For Seventh Time
Former Weber State and current Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard received his seventh career NBA All-Star nod and first since 2021.1 year ago
Kyle Ireland
Instant Replay: Damian Lillard Becomes Portland Trail Blazers’ All-Time Leading Scorer
Former Weber State star Damian Lillard became the all-time leading scorer for the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers.1 year ago
Brian Preece
Jazz Add Frank Jackson To Roster As Season Tipoff Looms
The Utah Jazz have signed three players, including former Lone Peak High basketball star Frank Jackson ahead of the 2022-23 season.2 years ago
Kyle Ireland and Trevor Allen, KSL Sports
Former USU Forward Justin Bean Signs Training Camp Deal With Grizzlies
Former Utah State standout Justin Bean signed a training camp deal with the Memphis Grizzlies ahead of the 2022 NBA season.2 years ago
Brian Preece
Report: Utah State & Bountiful Great Sam Merrill Finds New NBA Home
After being released by the Memphis Grizzlies in January, Sam Merrill has reportedly reached a deal with the Sacramento Kings.2 years ago
Michelle Bodkin
Former, Current Runnin’ Utes Rally For Good Causes
The Runnin' Utes family, former and current, have been living that mantra the past few days giving back to the Salt Lake community through former Ute Brandon Taylor's basketball camp and charity showcase.2 years ago
Michelle Bodkin
Kyle Kuzma, Delon Wright Team Up On Winning Shot
Kyle Kuzma and Delon Wright teamed up on the game winning shot for the Powder League's Charity Showcase that benefitted Utah Foster Care Tuesday night.2 years ago