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Rip City Report, Episode 42 Oct 21, 2015

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In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: • Is Al-Farouq Aminu’s absence cause for concern? • Who will survive the final roster cuts? • A discussion about coach Terry Stotts’ player rotation and his pledge to make it flexible. • A brief look at tonight’s exhibition finale vs. the Los Angeles Clippers. • The Blazers went boxing. • Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions, including a look at what kind of backcourt CJ McCollum and Damian Lillard can be, Meyers Leonard’s mustache and what it will take for the Blazers to compete for the eighth seed in the Western Conference.

Rip City Report, Episode 41 Oct 14, 2015

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In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: • Has the Blazers’ play in the preseason changed our expectations? • Our first impression of Al-Farouq Aminu. • Will Meyers Leonard and the Blazers agree to a contract extension before the season? • The Blazers’ chemistry has been good. • Allen Crabbe's preseason play. • Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions, looking CJ McCollum the point guard, the Tim Frazier-Phil Pressey training camp battle and more.

Rip City Report, Episode 40 Oct 07, 2015

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In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: • Noah Vonleh, who seems to be ahead of schedule. • A look back at the first exhibition game vs. the Kings and ahead at tonight’s second exhibition game vs. the Warriors. • The versatility of the Blazers’ big men. • The over-under on Blazers’ wins. • Are the Blazers better than people think? • Casey and Joe are intrigued to see what Al-Farouq Aminu will look like tonight. • Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions, looking at Luis Montero, the defense, the rotation and Meyers Leonard’s wedding, among other topics.

Rip City Report, Episode 39 Sep 30, 2015

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Topics on this week’s podcast include takeaways from Media Day, our thoughts on the first few days of practice, Paul Allen’s statements, starting lineup predictions, Chris Kaman’s role and answer your Twitter-submitted questions, as always. And as mentioned on the show, we’re determined to be more regimented with the podcast this season, so be on the lookout for new editions every Thursday (we hope).

Rip City Report, Episode 38 Aug 12, 2015

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n the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: • A look at the just-released schedule. • The return of LaMarcus Aldridge — and his former teammates — to Portland. • Will the Blazers get in the trade market for Markieff Morris? • How long will Chris Kaman be a part of the roster and what is his trade value? • What will CJ McCollum’s role be next season? • Plus, Casey and Joe answer a host of listener questions.

Rip City Report, Episode 37 Jul 23, 2015

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In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: • The LaMarcus Aldridge exodus and its ripple effect on the roster. • A look back at free agency and the NBA draft. • A review of summer league and first impressions on Noah Vonleh, Pat Connaughton and Allen Crabbe. • Plus a lot more in this mammoth offseason overview, ranging from the Blazers’ new playing style to another roster rebuild to Damian Lillard as a leader.

Rip City Report, Episode 36 Jun 22, 2015

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With the 2015 NBA Draft set to take place on Thursday, Joe Freeman of The Oregonian/OregonLive.com and I, Casey Holdahl of ForwardCenter.net/Trailblazers.com, hit the studio in the basement of the Moda Center to discuss what we think the Trail Blazers might do with the 23rd pick. We throw out a few potential targets, discuss how there just doesn’t seem to be the same excitement for this year’s draft as there has been in the past and contemplate the connection between Portland’s draft and free agency. Freeman also delves a bit deeper into free agency, which is something I can’t do due to NBA regulations. So if you prefer listening to the rich timbre of Joe’s voice without my interruptions, go ahead and fast forward to the end.

Rip City Report, Episode 35 May 04, 2015

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In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: • A discussion about the Blazers’ playoff loss to the Memphis Grizzlies and what went wrong. • A little reflection on the 2014-15 season, which could be remembered as the season of “What could have been.” • The season ended March 5, when Wesley Matthews was lost for the season due to injury. • Free agency shapes up to be a time of opportunity for the Blazers. • President of Basketball Operations Neil Olshey has proven to be astute at his job, which should encourage fans. • Plus, Casey and Joe answer listener questions, delving into topics about free agency, Portland happy hour, spending the summer with players and “BOLD” offseason predictions.

Rip City Report, Episode 34 Apr 16, 2015

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In a playoff edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including: • Injury updates on the Blazers and Grizzlies • A conversation about the contrast in styles between these two teams and how that factors into the outcome of the series • Memphis’ dominance against the Blazers in recent seasons. •Wesley Matthews returns to practice — sort of. • Plus, Casey and Joe answer listener questions about CJ McCollum, Meyers Leonard’s shooting, Portland BBQ and more.

Rip City Report, Episode 33 Mar 23, 2015

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In the latest edition of the Rip City Report podcast, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman and the Trail Blazers’ Casey Holdahl touch on a host of topics, including. A quick rundown and discussion about the Blazers’ myriad injuries. • How the Blazers’ recent swoon — and glut of injuries — impacts the stretch run. • Is it time to panic? (depends on your expectations). • The Blazers’ defensive woes. • Plus, Casey and Joe answer listener questions, delving into topics about media relations in the NBA, Arron Afflalo’s play and The Wesley Matthews Injury Effect.

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