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We want Blazers fans to have a chance to get their questions answered. Send us your question about basketball, the team or a specific coach or player and we will take your questions to the team. Click here to submit your question now.
Read the answers to your real fan questions from August:
Question for Ha Seung-Jin
Is your injury serious enough to ruin an career in the nba?
Jo-Petter Iverson-
Norway
Ha Seung-Jin: No, I don't see that. I need some time to rest and get better, but they won't impact my ability to play in the league.
Question for Nick Van Exel
Did you always know you wanted to be a basketball player?
Kelly
Hillsboro, OR
Nick Van Exel: I was playing basketball ever since I was six years old. I just became good at it, once I finally got to college I finally realized I had a shot to play in the NBA. It was never a dream of mine, I just played and became good at it.
Question for Derek Anderson
Derek Anderson, how do you feel being in TEAM JORDAN? Was Jordan one of your favorite players before you reached the NBA?
Minh-
Salem, OR
Derek Anderson: I have always been am MJ fan. I wanted to be him! I am truly honored to be a part of the brand and to have my own shoe, etc. It was a blessing to be asked.
Question for Coach Cheeks
How do you think Telfair is going to help the Blazers?
Brendan-
Portland, OR
Coach Cheeks: I think he has a lot of potential. He's a great passer, he understands the game. I think in time, he will develop into the kind of player that can run the floor for you. He is still young and has a lot to learn, but the kid has great potential.
Question for Sebastian Telfair
Mr. Telfair
Do you have any nicknames we can call you in Portland? By the way you're the man!!!
Scott-
Vancouver, WA
Sebastian Telfair: Most people call me Bassy. I had a lot of different names growing up, my mom called me Bat-Man. I think of all the nicknames I've had, Bassy is the one I would prefer to be called.
Question for Darius Miles
hey darius i was wondering if you want to stay with portland since your a free agent and all? i hope you dont go anywhere else cause portland is the perfect fit for you i think thanks alot peace
Joey Stone
Portland, OR
Darius Miles: I would love to stay here in Portland. The fans are great and it's a wonderful town. If we can come to an agreement, this would be where I want to play.
Question for Damon Stoudamire
Will you resign with the Trailblazers next year?Please do so.Im a really big fan.
Toni-
Los Angeles, CA
Damon Stoudamire: I'm a Trail Blazer at heart. This is my city and my team. I don't know what the next year brings, but I love playing here and that is what I'll be focusing on this season.
Question for Zach Randolph
Dear Zach,
You are my favorite Blazer. I just wanted to know what you were studying in Michigan State before you came into the NBA. Thanks. I am your #2 fan!
Chelsea-
Clackamas, OR
Zach Randolph:
I was just studying the basic courses you take in your first year. I was interested in business because I want to focus on that when I retire. I didn't have a four-year plan for college, I was really focused on basketball
Question for Travis Outlaw
Travis Outlaw who do you get along with most on the team?
Matt-
Portland, OR
Travis Outlaw: I like everyone. I hang out with Qyntel and Zach a lot because we're younger then some of the guys. We just finished summer league where I spent time with Sebastian. I think I get along with most everyone.
