Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard officially requested a trade on Saturday following months of speculation over his future in Portland.
After the Blazers elected to hold onto the No. 3 pick and select Scoot Henderson in the 2023 NBA draft, Lillard met with the organization earlier in the week before reportedly making his decision on Saturday.
Following Lillard’s trade request, Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin issued a statement.