The Portland Trail Blazers are back on the court, and they’re dead set on giving the Pacific Northwest an NBA title for the first time since 1979, when their former arch-rival, the Seattle SuperSonics (now the Oklahoma City Thunder) pulled off the feat. Can they cut a path all the way to the NBA Final? Let’s find out.
Here’s your guide to watching all of the action on the court during the Portland Trail Blazers 2024-25 season.
Portland Trail Blazers Quick Facts
Founded: 1970
Head Coach: Chauncey Billups
Conference: Western
Division: Northwest
Home Arena: Moda Center
Championships: 1 (1977)
2023-24 Finish: Did not make the playoffs
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Portland Trail Blazers Schedule 2024-2025
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How to Watch Portland Trail Blazers Games on DIRECTV
Calling all Trail Blazers fans! You really don’t want to miss a moment of the 2024-2025 NBA season. And we’ll give you the information you need to be able to do that right here.
Catch Portland Trail Blazers 2024-2025 season games live on these channels:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- ESPN: Channel 206
- ABC: Find your local affiliate channel here
- TNT: Channel 245
- NBA TV HD: Channel 216
- NBA League Pass
NHL TEAM ON THE MOVE: Portland Trailblazers
WHERE FROM: ROOT Sports Northwest
WHERE TO: Sinclair Broadcast Group’s Rip City Network, consisting of Portland broadcast stations KATU and KUNP, as well as other Sinclair stations in Eugene, Medford, Seattle, and other metro regions inside the Trailblazer’s home territory spanning the rest of Oregon and Washington.
ARE THEY AVAILABLE TO DIRECTV SATELLITE CUSTOMERS: Yes, throughout both Oregon and Washington.
ARE THEY AVAILABLE TO DIRECTV STREAMING CUSTOMERS: Yes, throughout both Oregon and Washington.
ARE THEY AVAILABLE TO U-VERSE CUSTOMERS: U-verse is not available in this region
ANY KEY REGIONS IN THE TEAM’S HOME TERRITORY WHERE PAST FANS MIGHT LOSE GAMES: No.
WAYS FOR FANS OUTSIDE THE TEAM’S HOME TERRITORY TO CONNECT: NBA League Pass
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Portland Trail Blazers Rivalries
The Portland Trail Blazers may be the Pacific Northwest’s only remaining NBA franchise, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t built up some rivalries with their nearest neighbors. Here are a few of their most prominent:
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The rivalry between the Trail Blazers and Lakers has been intense for decades, with particularly memorable moments in the 2000 Western Conference Finals. In that series, Portland saw a heartbreaking Game 7 collapse, allowing the Lakers to advance and eventually win the championship.
The rivalry has been fueled by several high-stakes matchups, and Blazers fans have long chanted “Beat LA” during their home games.
Watch the Trail Blazers play the Lakers on:
- December 8 at 9:30 p.m. ET
- January 2, 2025 at 10:30 p.m. ET
- February 20, 2025 at 10 p.m. ET
- April 13, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. ET
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Denver Nuggets
The Blazers and Nuggets have developed a strong rivalry in recent years, largely due to their playoff encounters. In the 2019 Western Conference Semifinals, they faced off in a dramatic seven-game series that included a four-overtime thriller.
Both teams have remained competitive in the Western Conference, keeping this rivalry heated.
Watch the Trail Blazers play the Nuggets on:
- December 19 at 10 p.m. ET
- February 10, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET
- February 12, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET
- March 21, 2025 at 10 p.m. ET
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Utah Jazz
The rivalry with the Jazz has persisted over the years due to frequent divisional matchups. The teams have clashed numerous times in the regular season and the playoffs, with intense battles for playoff positioning.
Their geographical proximity in the Western Conference further amplifies the competitive nature of this rivalry.
Watch the Trail Blazers play the Jazz on:
- December 6 at 10 p.m. ET
- December 26 at 10 p.m. ET on NBA TV
- February 24, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET
- April 9, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Portland Trail Blazers join the NBA?
The Portland Trail Blazers joined the NBA in 1970.
How many titles have the Portland Trail Blazers won?
The Portland Trail Blazers have won a single title, in 1977.
Who is the current head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers?
Chauncey Billups is the head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers.
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