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Is Damian Lillard coming back? How Trail Blazers social media hinted at potential return for for NBA playoffs
TL;DR
Damian Lillard's potential return for the NBA playoffs is hinted at by the Trail Blazers' social media, showing him shooting around in street clothes. Fans are speculating about his comeback after a concerning injury during the playoffs.
Key points
- Damian Lillard suffered an injury during the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
- The Trail Blazers hinted at his return via social media.
- Lillard was seen shooting around in street clothes.
- The team won their last game against the San Antonio Spurs.
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Many NBA fans held their breath when Damian Lillard fell to the floor holding the back of his left foot during the 2025 NBA Playoffs. Some believed his career was over right then and there. Following a return home to the Portland Trail Blazers after a stop with the Milwaukee Bucks, the team posted a video that fans believe may tease a return.
Just one day after their 106-103 win over the San Antonio Spurs, the team recorded Lillard coming out of the tunnel in street clothes and shooting around ahead of the team's homestand during Games 3 and 4.
Here's everything you need to know about the video, and if this means Lillard is in fact returning to play.
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Is Damian Lillard coming back?
On Wednesday afternoon, Portland posted a video of Lillard in street clothes walking on the Trail Blazers' home court and shooting around. Many NBA fans began speculating if this meant the nine-time All-Star would be returning for the playoffs.
It remains unclear whether this means Lillard will return for their first round against the San Antonio Spurs. The team has yet to make a formal announcement regarding a potential return. For now, fans cannot assume he will be returning yet. The Trail Blazers tied their first-round series at a game apiece with a narrow 106-103 win over on Tuesday.
Q&A
Is Damian Lillard returning for the NBA playoffs?
There are hints from the Trail Blazers' social media suggesting that Damian Lillard may return for the NBA playoffs.
What injury did Damian Lillard sustain during the playoffs?
Damian Lillard fell holding the back of his left foot during the 2025 NBA Playoffs, raising concerns about his career.
What did the Trail Blazers post on social media about Lillard?
The Trail Blazers posted a video of Lillard shooting around in street clothes, which fans believe hints at his potential return.
When is the next game for the Trail Blazers in the playoffs?
The Trail Blazers are set to play during Games 3 and 4 of the NBA playoffs, following their recent win over the Spurs.
