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Blazers Cut Costs: No Fan T-Shirts for Playoffs

4/21/2026

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  • The Portland Trail Blazers will not provide fan T-shirts for Games 3 and 4 against the San Antonio Spurs, a departure from NBA norms.
  • The decision followed the Blazers’ purchase by Tom Dundon, the team’s owner, who is implementing cost-cutting measures.
  • Two-way players Caleb Love, Chris Youngblood, and Jayson Kent did not travel to San Antonio, unlike other playoff teams that brought their two-way players.
  • Caleb Love played a crucial role in the Blazers’ season but will watch the playoffs from home.
  • The team is navigating challenges after the arrest of former coach Chauncey Billups and aims for a strong future with young talent.