Milwaukee Bucks news: The Portland Trail Blazers delivered on the high expectations many had on them as they welcomed Damian Lillard in his first game back following his offseason blockbuster trade. In fact, some might even say that they went above and beyond as they paid tribute to the man who served as their cornerstone superstar for many years.
Blazers Pay Tribute to Milwaukee Bucks’ Damian Lillard
The fans in the Moda Center, in particular, made sure to give Lillard all their love in his return. Dame got a rousing welcome the moment he was introduced as part of Milwaukee’s starting lineup:
All love from Portland in Dame's return ⌚️❤️ pic.twitter.com/8Bob4HC5k9
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 1, 2024
The home supporters weren’t done. After the first timeout in the game, the Blazers showed their touching tribute video for Lillard. As expected, it earned another heartfelt standing ovation from the Portland faithful:
Welcome back, D.O.L.L.A. pic.twitter.com/37G9lW5YbH
— Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) February 1, 2024
And here is the Damian Lillard tribute video: pic.twitter.com/kPsHPGa9dy
— Eric Nehm (@eric_nehm) February 1, 2024
Blazers Fans Praised for Classy Gesture
Basketball fans on Twitter could not help but take notice of how the Blazers treated their prodigal son. Portland supporters got all sorts of praise on social media after their commendable gesture:
That’s an awesome moment for him. Portland fans are legit for that
— Dcentric (@xDcentric) February 1, 2024
Portland is real for that. You can’t hate dame
— Jack Stewart (@jackstewart_17) February 1, 2024
you love to see it! ❤️ Classy fans in Portland!
— tboe 🍌 (@tboeNFT) February 1, 2024
What an ovation!! Man deserves it..and a ring too..
— Just Call Me Ghost (@Ghzerost) February 1, 2024
Grateful Lillard fans.
— ROMEO RAMIREZ (@romeo18rafranco) February 1, 2024
Rip City welcomes back their hero with open arms!
Damian Lillard's return to Portland was met with thunderous applause and heartfelt cheers.
True love for a true legend!
— Space Planetary (@space_planetary) February 1, 2024
It goes without saying that Blazers fans have nothing but love for Dame Lillard, and they made their feelings about him abundantly clear on Wednesday night.
It was an undeniably special moment for both Lillard and the fans, and it’s one that will stick in their memories for many years to come.
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