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Blazers Blog Download the Portland Trail Blazers News app for your smartphone Our free Portland Trail Blazers News app is now available for both iPhone and Android. Oregon Ducks' E.J. Singler relishes second audition with Trail Blazers As he was preparing to graduate from the University of Oregon, Singler is told the Blazers wanted to give him a second predraft look. A look at Phil Pressey, part of Trail Blazers predraft workout No. 10 The 5-11 point guard is the son of 11-year NBA player Paul Pressey. A look at Myck Kabongo, part of Trail Blazers predraft workout No. 10 The 6-1 point guard averaged 14.6 points ad 5.5 assists in a shortened sophomore year at Texas. A look at Archie Goodwin, part of Trail Blazers predraft workout No. 10 The 6-5 guard played one season for Kentucky and led the Wildcats in scoring at 14.1 points. A look at Dewayne Dedmon, part of Trail Blazers predraft workout No. 10 The 7-footer from USC didn't start playing basketball until his senior year of high school. A look at Mason Plumlee, part of Trail Blazers predraft workout No. 10 The 6-10 forward/center won the Pete Newell Big Man award given to the nation's top post player. Mike Barrett's Blog Mike Barrett's 2013 Mock Draft Mike Barrett breaks down his predictions for the lottery teams of the 2013 NBA Draft. Blazers Fall in Finale The season ends for the Trail Blazers, but it's not hard to be excited for the future. Kobe Gets 47 and Rare Win in Portland The shorthanded Trail Blazers scrap and fight, but fall short down the stretch. Barton-Led Comeback Falls Short The Blazers rally from 26 down, but can't get over the hump, despite 22 from Will Barton. Memphis Drops Shorthanded Blazers Playing without Aldridge and Batum, the Blazers fall to the Grizzlies in Portland. Leonard Stars in Portland's Loss On an otherwise rough night, Meyers Leonard posts a career high and shows development. Mt. Reggie Erupts in Portland Reggie Evans' career night helps Brooklyn dominate the Blazers. Road-Weary Blazers Worn Down in OKC The Blazers' five-point lead in the third quarter is erased as the Thunder find another gear. Matthews Lifts Portland in Atlanta The Blazers outscore Atlanta 31-17 in the 4th quarter, and improve to 2-2 on the trip. Defense Keys Big Win in Chicago The Blazers blister the Bulls, 99-89, recording an impressive first win on the trip. Trail Post

Dwight Jaynes Dave Knows Portland Portland Weekend Amusements (June 21-23, 2013) The longest days of the year are upon us, as are the summer festivals dedicated to drinking and leisuring in the sun, when it makes an appearance. The Great Flood of 1894 (18-June-2013) Join the Kick Ass Oregon History crew on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 for their 2nd Year Anniversary Party at the Jack London Bar (529 SW 4th) ? and a presentation on the Great Flood of 1894, when the Willamette reached its all time Portland high water mark. Portland Weekend Amusements (June 14-16, 2013) Welcome, once again, to your weekend itinerary. I can't think of any better way to spend a weekend than with books, pride, and a good old fashioned pagan festival (with beer garden!). Portland Area 4th of July Fireworks (2013) You?ll find Fireworks galore in the Portland area on Thursday, July 4th 2013. All of the shows listed below can be seen from the sponsoring event venues and at least the immediately surrounding areas ? find a roof or a hill for the best viewing! True Crime in Portland: Portland Exposé (12-June-2013) The first installment of True Crime in Portland, presented by the Jim Elkins Appreciation Society and McMenamins Mission Cinema Society, features a screening of the 1957 noir film Portland Exposé on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at the Mission Theater (1624 NW Glisan). Portland Weekend Amusements (June 8-9, 2013) This seems as good a time as any to re-start the ol? blog ? two of my favorite annual events take place this weekend - the Portland Fruit Beer Festival and the Milk Carton Boat Races! Die-Oh-Ram-Ahs! The 2nd Annual Kick Ass Oregon History Diorama Contest Details revealed about the 2nd annual Kick Ass Oregon History Diorama Contest.