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Damian Lillard Posts Cryptic Tweet Amidst Trade Rumors

Damian Lillard shared a tweet saying 'he's amazed' without further context, sparking further speculation on his future.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Jul 7, 2023
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The trade saga of Damian Lillard looks likely to stretch out over a few more weeks this offseason, as the team and player seem to disagree on where Lillard should go next.  

Lillard has said he only wants to go to the Miami Heat, which, given their weak trade package, has started undoing a lot of the goodwill the team and player had. Fans have been criticizing Dame for giving the Blazers zero flexibility. He simply tweeted ‘I’m amazed’ without context as a likely nod to the current situation.

I’m amazed.

— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) July 7, 2023

Lillard issued another tweet clarifying what he meant, but it wasn’t really a conclusive answer in any way.

At how ppl could know so much and so little at the same time https://t.co/I2KwZc7IKa

— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) July 7, 2023

Maybe the truth behind this situation comes out when the dust has settled. If Dame is disputing the claims of him only wanting to go to Miami, he should do it more explicitly. He reportedly is warning other non-Heat teams from trading for him.

If he isn’t disputing that, fans of the Blazers are fair to feel upset about his inflexible demand, which could compromise the packages the team receives for him.


Is Damian Lillard To Blame?

Lillard’s story of loyalty to Portland is one of the best ones in the modern era, as he stuck with the team even when they were unsuccessful. However, free agency exists for a reason, and Dame willingly chose to never enter it and choose his team. He signed repeated contract extensions to maximize his salary by sticking with his home team. He wants free agency treatment now when he’s a highly coveted asset under a long-term contract that Portland can trade as they see fit.

To honor everything Dame has done for the franchise, they shouldn’t send him someplace he doesn’t want to go. But it’s not fair for Dame to give them a list of just one name. Even Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving were open to multiple destinations before handing in hostile trade requests last season. 

Lillard’s legacy as a Blazer will be permanently hurt due to the nature of his exit, as the franchise legend is holding the team hostage over moving him on. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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