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Sports quick links · July 31, 2026
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July 31, 2026 · Quick links with descriptions
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Former Portland State football coach Bruce Barnum broke his silence regarding his dismissal on an airport tarmac last December by athletic director Matt Billings. Barnum warned that the Vikings must stop scheduling unwinnable non-conference money games to compete.
Original sourcesBald Faced Truth by John Canzano
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Nine Western Oregon women's basketball players previously chose to end their 2023-24 season six games early rather than play for coaches Jessica Peatross and D.J. Marlow. The decision cost the players their athletic scholarships and ended most of their organized basketball careers.
Original sourcesBald Faced Truth by John Canzano
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Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon appears to be intentionally alienating Portland fans by creating friction and cutting costs. His distant management style contrasts sharply with former owner Paul Allen's willingness to spend heavily on players and community events.
Original sourcesBald Faced Truth by John Canzano
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Podcast host Bill Simmons called out Trail Blazers majority owner Tom Dundon and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver in a podcast rant, earning praise from Portland fans for backing the local market.
Original sourcesBald Faced Truth by John Canzano
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Well-connected subscribers challenge optimistic forecasts regarding the Trail Blazers remaining in Portland under owner Tom Dundon. They present scenarios where the cost-conscious owner moves the franchise despite expansion obstacles across the NBA.
Original sourcesHouse of StraussHouse of Strauss
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A proposed solution to the ongoing tension between the Trail Blazers and the city of Portland involves shifting Moda Center ownership to a private buyer. The mailbag also evaluates Oregon State football bowl odds and Sean Mannion's next career move.
Original sourcesBald Faced Truth by John Canzano
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Updates on the Pac-12 accompany an interview with Boise State coach Spencer Danielson regarding reading habits and football preparations. A former disgraced NBA official also predicts emerging sports-wagering scandals on the horizon.
Original sourcesBald Faced Truth by John Canzano
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