Blazer's Edge

Today Dave takes time to remember Bill Walton through his unique contribution to the Trail Blazers and their fan base. Hear how Dollar Bill established a relationship that nobody else could, or has, between Portland fans and NBA basketball. Intro music was written and recorded by Kyle Gilmer of Residual Audio Podcast edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer Logo by William P. Gilmer gilwp@hotmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Deckard does what he does best, taking you on a tour of Portland Trail Blazers head coaches and their tenures, asking what the history of the franchise can teach us about Chauncey Billups, his prospects, and his tenure today. Intro music was written and recorded by Kyle Gilmer of Residual Audio Podcast edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer Logo by William P. Gilmer gilwp@hotmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks got eliminated from the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Dave puts the loss, and Lillard's career, in perspective. Does this diminish, or change, anything? Who is Damian Lillard, really? And how should he be interpreted in Trail Blazers lore? Intro music was written and recorded by Kyle Gilmer of Residual Audio Podcast edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer Logo by William P. Gilmer gilwp@hotmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition of Trail Daddy, Dave Deckard answers your questions about the biggest story of the Trail Blazers season, drafting big men, and Head Coach Chauncey Billups. Don't miss it! Intro music was written and recorded by Kyle Gilmer of Residual Audio Podcast edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer Logo by William P. Gilmer gilwp@hotmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the inaugural episode of a new Blazer's Edge Podcast, Dave Deckard looks at 5 questions dogging the Trail Blazers right now and whether the team has made any progress towards answering them. In the midst of a frustrating season, let's take stock of the franchise and see where they need to go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Deckard returns to podcasting with Trail Daddy, your weekly show covering the Portland Trail Blazers. In this inaugural episode, Dave addresses a half-dozen misconceptions surrounding the Blazers during this rough season and opens up hope for the path ahead. Don't miss it!

In this special Damian Lillard edition of the Blazer's Edge Podcast, Dave Deckard welcomes old podcast partner Danny Marang as the two discuss all things Damian Lillard, from his history and significance to the Trail Blazers to the (maybe necessary) acrimony surrounding his departure to the fruits of the deal that sent him to Milwaukee. Don't miss this XL tribute to Dame and the Blazers! Podcast edited by Kyle Gilmer ⁠https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer⁠

Damian Lillard has finally requested a trade. On this special edition of Blazer's Edge's podcast, veteran writer and draft guru Steve Dewald joins Dave Deckard to talk about the Dame timeline, potential trade returns, and the future with Portland's young players.

The Portland Trail Blazers are one week closer to the NBA Draft, but are they any closer to resolving their swampy, neither-fish-nor-foul position? Damian Lillard names teams he'd like to be traded to. Scoot Henderson affirms that he's all that and a bag of chips. What's the path forward? That, plus NBA finals, Jerami Grant talk, Chris Paul a free agent, and more! Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer ⁠https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer⁠ ⁠kyle@residualaudio.com

The NBA coaching carousel continues to turn. How do we feel about Detroit, Phoenix, and Philly picking up NBA Finals coaches while the Blazers stand pat? Plus more talk about trading down in the draft, center help, and whether a Scoot-Shaedon backcourt would work for the Blazers. Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer ⁠https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer⁠ ⁠kyle@residualaudio.com

The Nuggets beat the Lakers and the Celtics are still holding on versus the Heat. What lessons can the Blazers learn from the ongoing playoffs? Plus more Dame trade talk, the sly move with Pick 3 that's not being discussed much, a critique of ring culture, the Blazers' salary cap, and more! Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer ⁠https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer⁠ ⁠kyle@residualaudio.com

Dave flies solo this week, reacting to the Blazers getting the third pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, talking about its relative value, and addressing the eternal question: is it OK to talk about Dame being traded? Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer ⁠https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer⁠ ⁠kyle@residualaudio.com

The NBA Draft Lottery will soon dominate the attention of Trail Blazers fans, but before we get there, Dave and Marlow break down playoffs series, ask who would be the best forward acquisition for Portland this summer, debate the merits of DeAndre Ayton, and much more! Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com

The second round of the NBA Playoffs marches onward! Dave and Marlow examine every series, extracting bits of analysis and wisdom that might apply to the Trail Blazers, their future, and their off-season plans. They also discuss firing championship coaches, the trade value of Anfernee Simons, and more! Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com

The first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs is well underway! Dave and Marlow look at each series on its own merits, then asking which players on the various teams would look best in a Trail Blazers uniform. Would YOU take Draymond Green or Rudy Gobert? Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com

Damian Lillard chatter! The Play-In Tournament yields new trade targets! Which players would solve problems for Portland and which, based on age, salary, skill, or temperament, might create new ones? Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com

The Trail Blazers season has come to an end, but there's plenty to think about as we ponder the state of the team. We look back at a bright spot in the final weeks and share what it can teach the Blazers about the summer ahead. We also discuss lottery odds, Shaedon Sharpe and Anfernee Simons, the salary cap situation heading into July, and plenty more about the big-picture implications of the year! Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com

What is the state of the Trail Blazers at the end of March, 2023? Do we know anything more about this team than we did at the start of the year? Does Shaedon Sharpe's late-season excellence bring any hope? How about the rest of the bench? And what key moves will determine the summer for Portland? Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com

Damian Lillard conspiracy theories! Frontcourt players contributing! Debates over the importance of a championship and a bold prediction from Dave about the week ahead. All of this and more from Dave and Marlow this week! Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com

Can the Blazers make a playoff run? Why isn't Nassir Little getting more minutes? Is Damian Lillard the best Blazer ever? Could Portland be percolating a big trade this summer? This and more on Dave and Marlow, Episode 19! Podcast Edited by Kyle Gilmer https://linktr.ee/kylegilmer kyle@residualaudio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices