Just as the Trail Blazers watched their superstar power forward flee Portland for San Antonio, they sat anxious to see whether or not their superstar guard Damian Lillard would sign an extension or leave the future of the franchise hanging out to dry. Luckily, Damian went forth and signed a 5 year $120 million extension staying loyal to the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard turns 25 on the 15th of July so surely he'll celebrate his inheritance with a special selected endeavor. The Trail Blazers selected Lillard from Weber State in the 2012 NBA Draft and he has been nothing less than stellar for the franchise that keeps on getting better and better. Last year Lillard averaged around 22 points a game helping the Trail blazers to clinch a #4 seeding in the 2014-15 Playoffs this summer in a run that turned out to be short lived.
Lillard's young and promising career will only manifest into legacy if he remains the humble dedicated player he is today. His decision to remain in Portland speaks volumes to his loyalty and selflessness as a young professional in the NBA, especially in the generation we live in today where honor has diminished. Whether or not the Blazers will be the same success they were in 2014 is highly questionable but undoubtedly they can expect Damian to continue to bring his entire effort to the hardwood every night.
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