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August 20, 2025

What the Trail Blazers' Sale Means for the Moda Center. Plus, Our Mailbag 

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What the Trail Blazers' Sale Means for the Moda Center. Plus, Our Mailbag 

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Today, we’re talking about the prospective sale of the Portland Trail Blazers and the concerns regarding the deal. Also, some are worried that the Moda Center’s needed renovations could eventually still push the new owners to relocate the team out of Portland. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek round-up is executive producer John Notarianni.

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