Over 400 children attended the Damian Lillard Basketball Camp in Beaverton, Oregon, making it a joyous welcome party following his signing with the Portland Trail Blazers. Campers, aged 6 to 16, wore Lillard jerseys as many asked about his return. Lillard acknowledged the unusual excitement surrounding his return, sharing he never wanted to leave. The event was notable for Lillard, who was overwhelmed with joy as he saw his locker placard upon returning, solidifying his bond with the team and the community.
Over 400 children gathered at the YMCA in Beaverton for the Damian Lillard Basketball Camp, transforming it into a welcome back party after his signing with the Trail Blazers.
Most campers were aged 6 to 16 and wore Lillard jerseys as he joked about answering more questions about his return than basketball drills.
At the introductory press conference, Lillard expressed surprise at his early return, stating, 'I'd be lying if I said I didn't expect this to happen at some point, but for it to happen this soon, I wasn't expecting this.'
A source confirmed, 'Truthfully, he never wanted to leave,' emphasizing Lillard's genuine connection with Portland.
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