Matisse Thybulle weighs in on Damian Lillard's return to Portland

Former Trail Blazer spent 3.5 years with the franchise

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Matisse Thybulle, who spent 3.5 years with the Trail Blazers, on Damian Lillard being back in Portland, what he means to Via @khobi_price on X

What happened: Matisse Thybulle addressed what Damian Lillard means to the city back with the Trail Blazers and why the guard remains a difficult defensive assignment at this stage of his career.

Why it matters: Lillard returned to the Trail Blazers lineup following his recovery from an Achilles injury, resuming his central role with the organization.

What to watch: Portland takes the floor next on Tuesday, Oct. 27, with tipoff scheduled for 11:00 p.m. ET.

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