DAME TIME IS BACK! ⌚🔥
Nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard sits down with Chiney Ogwumike for an exclusive conversation about his return to Portland, his road to recovery, and the iconic moments that defined his NBA career.
Dame opens up about his time with the Milwaukee Bucks, playing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the mental challenges of recovering from an Achilles injury. He also shares his excitement about the Trail Blazers’ future, what he’s learned about new teammate Ja Morant, and how he made over 100,000 shots during his recovery.
PLUS, Chiney and Dame go to the tape to break down some of the most unforgettable moments in NBA history! From his legendary playoff buzzer-beaters against the Rockets and Thunder to his incredible 71-point performance, Dame reveals the preparation, decisions, and mindset behind the moments that made him one of the NBA’s most clutch players.
IN THIS EPISODE:
⌚ Damian Lillard Opens Up About His NBA Comeback and Return to Portland
🏠 Why Milwaukee Never Quite Felt Like Home for Dame
🏆 What Damian Lillard Learned Playing Alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo
💪 The Mental and Physical Challenges of Recovering From an Achilles Injury
🔥 How Dame Won the NBA Three-Point Contest During His Recovery
👀 Damian Lillard Explains Why Ja Morant Is Misunderstood
🏀 Why Dame Believes the Portland Trail Blazers Are Closer to Contending Than People Think
🎯 The Incredible Story Behind Dame Making Over 100,000 Shots During Recovery
❤️ Damian Lillard on Giving Back to His Community and Building His Legacy
⏰ Dame Breaks Down His Iconic Playoff Game-Winners Against Houston and OKC
👋 The Untold Story Behind Damian Lillard’s Legendary Goodbye Wave
🎯 How Dame Practices His Unbelievable Long-Range Three-Pointers
🤯 Damian Lillard Relives His Historic 71-Point Performance
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro: Damian Lillard Joins Chiney Today
00:35 – Dame on His NBA Comeback and Portland’s Future
02:08 – Reflecting on Milwaukee, Giannis and Life Away From Portland
05:00 – The Mental Battle of Recovering From an Achilles Injury
07:56 – How Dame Won the NBA Three-Point Contest During Recovery
09:59 – Life Off the Court and Spending Time With His Kids
11:28 – Why Dame Believes the Trail Blazers Are Closer Than People Think
12:50 – Playing Alongside Ja Morant
15:40 – Dame on Deni Avdija and Jrue Holiday
17:13 – What Makes Head Coach Micah Nori Special
19:20 – The Story Behind 100,000 Made Shots
21:00 – Giving Back to Portland and Building a Legacy
25:11 – THE BREAKDOWN: Dame’s Iconic NBA Moments
25:30 – Breaking Down the 2014 Playoff Buzzer-Beater vs. Houston
27:30 – The Legendary 2019 Game-Winner Against OKC
29:18 – How Dame Practices His Deep Three-Pointers
30:52 – Behind the 39-Foot Shot Against Milwaukee
32:37 – Reliving Dame’s Historic 71-Point Game
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