# Dame Time Back in Portland

> Blazers' All-Stars Lillard and Morant return as team aims for 50+ wins.
- Title: Dame Time Back in Portland · Yahoo Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Blazers' All-Stars Lillard and Morant return as team aims for 50+ wins. Portland Blazers return Damian Lillard after injury and add Ja Morant to target 50+…
- Keywords: portland blazers, damian lillard, ja morant, nba, playoff seed, regular season, all-star, new coach, Yahoo Sports
- Source: Yahoo Sports — https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dame-time-back-portland-blazers-132904797.html
- Published: 2026-11-12T18:20:38+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: portland blazers, damian lillard, ja morant, nba, playoff seed, regular season, all-star, new coach, sports
## Blazers open season
Portland Blazers start 2026-27 NBA season Wednesday against Phoenix Suns.
## All-Star return
Damian Lillard returns after two seasons in Milwaukee and one season on injured list.
## New coach
Micah Nori becomes Blazers' first-year head coach after replacing interim coach Tiago Splitter.
## Star lineup
Blazers feature Damian Lillard, Ja Morant, Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara and Donovan Clingan.
## Rotation depth
Blazers use 10-man rotation including Jrue Holiday, Scoot Henderson and Robert Williams III.
## Offensive focus
Blazers prioritize offense over defense with five dynamic ball-handlers.
## Playoff expectations
Blazers aim for 50+ wins and home-court advantage in postseason.
## Injury recovery
Lillard last played on April 27, 2025, after torn left Achilles tendon.
## Team chemistry
Blazers face challenging schedule with six of first eight games on road.
## Season goals
Blazers target 50+ wins and home-court advantage in playoffs.
## Key takeaway

Portland Blazers return Damian Lillard after injury and add Ja Morant to target 50+ wins and home-court advantage.