Lakers Don’t Sign Damian Lillard, Who Joins West Rival in $42 Million Deal

The signing of Damian Lillard by the Portland Trail Blazers could make them a strong contender in the Western Conference, influencing punters to consider betting on their playoff prospects.

The Los Angeles Lakers won't be signing veteran guard Damian Lillard, who inked a three-year, $42 million contract with the Portland Trail Blazers Thursday.

The deal is expected to include a player option in 2027-28 and a no-trade clause, per NBA insider Shams Charania.

Lillard will return to Portland, where he spent the first 11 seasons of his career with the Blazers.

The Lakers had been linked to Lillard, who was waived by the Milwaukee Bucks earlier this month.

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The Los Angeles Lakers won't be signing veteran guard Damian Lillard, who inked a three-year, $42 million contract with a West rival.

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