Whether or not Lillard is suiting up alongside him in Portland, Henderson indicated he’s focused on his own game and making an impact as a rookie. Published Jul 1, 2023 KARL RASMUSSEN ...

Scoot Henderson walks in front of the NBA Draft stage and a photo of Damian Lillard after being selected third overall pick by the Portland Trail Blazers on June 22, 2023. (Sarah Stier/Getty ...

Scoot Henderson, Trail Blazers eager ... it was classy for Cronin to acknowledge Lillard’s 11 seasons of excellence. ... it will have a major impact on the productivity — and watchability ...

Lillard holds no ill will toward the Blazers for drafting his potential replacement. He said on the It Is What It Is podcast (starts at 48:25 mark) it "wasn't a deal breaker for me at all" that ...

After Damian Lillard reportedly requested a trade on July 1, the Portland Trail Blazers’ third overall pick Scoot Henderson seemed to be headed for a rookie season as the face of the franchise.

When that happens, Henderson will have massive shoes to fill. Beyond replicating Lillard's impact on the court, the 19-year-old will carry the hopes of the organization on his shoulders.

Damian Lillard's return to the Portland Trail Blazers has been a welcome sight around the league, especially considering his ...

Should Portland decide to play Henderson with Lillard, Anfernee Simons' role in the backcourt could be uncertain. Simons started 62 games last season, averaging 21.1 points and 4.1 assists.

Scoot Henderson: He here right now, that says a lot.Me and Pooh’s relationship, we built a relationship two years ago, I knew it was going to be a relationship that I needed in the future as well.

I don't have to have the ball in my hand to impact on the floor. I'm not crazy ball-dominant, like I'll have the ball in my hand when it's time." Henderson and Ball were on the same Rising Stars ...

Trail Blazers rookie Scoot Henderson was asked about the trade request from superstar teammate Damian Lillard that took the NBA world by storm.Lillard officially requested to be traded from ...