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Damian Lillard's unexpected return to the Portland Trail Blazers followed his buyout from the Milwaukee Bucks after an Achilles injury. He expressed joy at being back home, emphasizing his commitment to mentoring young guards this season while reflecting on the challenges faced during his time in Milwaukee alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo. Want More Context? 🔎

The New York Knicks are set to add Charles Allen and Riccardo Fois to Mike Brown's coaching staff, both of whom previously worked with Brown at the Kings. The team will not retain assistant coaches Othella Harrington, Daniel Brady, Dice Yoshimoto, and assistant video coordinator Nick Thibodeau, while also seeking to interview Pablo Prigioni for the top assistant role. Want More Context? 🔎

The Orlando Magic have signed forward Jamal Cain to a Two-Way contract following his stint with the New Orleans Pelicans, where he averaged 5.3 points and 2.3 rebounds over 37 games last season. Cain, an undrafted player with experience from the Miami Heat, has career averages of 4.8 points and 2.1 rebounds in 81 NBA games, and impressive G League stats of 21.6 points and 9.3 rebounds per game. Want More Context? 🔎