“He Dug His Own Grave”: Damian Lillard’s Unreal 50 Points in Vain Couldn’t Save Him From NBA Fans’ Ruthlessness
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DENVER, CO – MAY 7: Damian Lillard (0) of the Portland Trail Blazers shows signs of frustration against the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. The Denver Nuggets versus the Portland Trail Blazers in game five of the teams’ second round NBA playoff series at the Pepsi Center in Denver. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)
The Portland Trailblazers had a rough start to the season, without their main star, Damian Lillard. Dame DOLLA was out due to a calf injury and made his return to the team in December. With the fans eager for a comeback season from Lillard and the team, Portland seems to be struggling to earn a spot in the playoffs. Lillard’s performance today against the Cleveland Cavaliers has grabbed the attention of the NBA buffs.
Though Lillard is putting up great numbers, fans do not seem to be excited for the team with their continuing disappointing performance.
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DENVER, CO – APRIL 29: Damian Lillard (0) of the Portland Trail Blazers stands on the court against the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter on Monday, April 29, 2019. The Denver Nuggets and the Portland Trailblazers game one of their second round NBA playoff series at the Pepsi Center in Denver. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)
Damian Lillard drops a 50-piece in a disappointing loss
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Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs upset Lillard’s 50-point performance, defeating the Blazers 113-119. Lillard shot an efficient 16-28 from the field, along with 5 threes. Jerami Grant assisted Lillard with 22 points. Fans believe Lillard is not getting enough help from the team.
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Fans shared their disappointment after Blazers’ loss. They even wanted the organization to free Dame and trade him to another team. Here are some of the reactions from the fans on Twitter:
Deserved for staying in Portland
— Kev 🌪(For the Pricefield) (@breakingdead1) January 13, 2023
This been happening for like 10 years 😭💀
— Allergic To Ls (@HurtsForMVP) January 13, 2023
He might not want to leave but someone got to force him to leave. All good things must come to an end.
— ⚡️𝙢𝙧. 𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙡𝙮⚡️ (@TreyWacha) January 13, 2023
He won’t request a trade, portland needs to get themselves siakam
— Ishan Ghosh (@ishanghosh824) January 13, 2023
Trade him
— Fuhkiyo (@Lolzd17) January 13, 2023
Lillard is the only star who can literally say he doesn't have help.
When are the owners gonna step up and put a winning team around him?— Mini Hulk (@MINIHULKIN) January 13, 2023
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Though Lillard is appreciated for averaging 27.4 points and 7.1 assists per game, the Blazers seem to extend their losing streak to five. The Blazers suffered a disappointing loss to the Denver Nuggets in the 2020-21 season in the first round of the playoffs. The 2021-22 season was even worse, with the team failing to make it to the playoffs. Currently, the Blazers stand at the 11th position in the Western Conference with a record of 19-22. The fans are expecting the organization to make moves before the trade deadline, with continuing upsetting performance.
Lillard breaks franchise record to create history
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This December, Damian Lillard broke the franchise record for an all-time leading scorer against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Lillard surpassed Drexler’s 18,040 points, by making two free throws to reach 18,042 points. Lillard is currently at a franchise-high 18,328 points and continuing, making it close to unbeatable by another Blazer. He also signed a two-year extension with the Blazers last July.
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