Conor Bergin
@cbergin.bsky.social
Covering the Portland Trail Blazers as associate editor of Blazer's Edge | Co-host of We Like the Blazers | Hand Fruit Historian | Loyola Chicago '21
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Conor Bergin
@cbergin.bsky.social
· May 12
My Favorite 2024-25 Reporting Moments: The Complete Countdown
Revisit some of the season’s most interesting characters, moments and games through the eyes of BE’s beat reporter.
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My first season as a beat writer was the realization of a childhood dream as I covered my hometown team on-site. To me, there’s not a more meaningful story to tell in sports than the Portland Trail Blazers. What an honor to get the chance.
Here's a complete scrapbook of the the '24-25 season:
Here's a complete scrapbook of the the '24-25 season:
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We made our first annual appearance on Locked On Blazers! Come find out what we are declaring IN and OUT for 2026 with Mike Richman.
(This thumbnail from Mike gives life)
(This thumbnail from Mike gives life)
Trail Blazers in the New Year: What's IN and What's OUT for Portland in 2026
YouTube video by Locked On Blazers
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January 2, 2026 at 5:10 PM
We made our first annual appearance on Locked On Blazers! Come find out what we are declaring IN and OUT for 2026 with Mike Richman.
(This thumbnail from Mike gives life)
(This thumbnail from Mike gives life)
No matter the size of the lead/deficit at halftime, the quality of the opponent, or who’s suiting up. Blazers games this season seem to always end the same way: a one-to-two possession battle in the final minutes.
Last night they got it done behind clutch buckets from Caleb Love.
Last night they got it done behind clutch buckets from Caleb Love.
Blazers Beat Mavs With Poise, Luck, and a Whole Lot of Love
Caleb Love plays hero, and the Blazers get the win.
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December 30, 2025 at 7:58 PM
No matter the size of the lead/deficit at halftime, the quality of the opponent, or who’s suiting up. Blazers games this season seem to always end the same way: a one-to-two possession battle in the final minutes.
Last night they got it done behind clutch buckets from Caleb Love.
Last night they got it done behind clutch buckets from Caleb Love.
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Portland skyline and Roundball Rock were meant for each other
December 30, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Portland skyline and Roundball Rock were meant for each other
Donovan Clingan and Cooper Flagg swapping jerseys on the floor after tonight's game
December 30, 2025 at 6:12 AM
Donovan Clingan and Cooper Flagg swapping jerseys on the floor after tonight's game
I'm gonna be like that doctor from the movie Concussion but I'll be making a crusade against Battle Ball at Blazers games
December 30, 2025 at 5:35 AM
I'm gonna be like that doctor from the movie Concussion but I'll be making a crusade against Battle Ball at Blazers games
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Blake Wesley noticed a man wearing a Blazers cap and invited him to share a meal, continuing a tradition of community service instilled by his parents.
Trail Blazers player treats homeless man to Christmas Eve meal in random act of kindness
Blake Wesley noticed a man wearing a Blazers cap and invited him to share a meal, continuing a tradition of community service instilled by his parents.
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December 27, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Blake Wesley noticed a man wearing a Blazers cap and invited him to share a meal, continuing a tradition of community service instilled by his parents.
I asked Tiago Splitter if the Blazers’ main issue right now is injuries or if there’s something bigger they need to solve.
His response: “I think it’s the injuries, my friend.”
His response: “I think it’s the injuries, my friend.”
December 27, 2025 at 5:54 AM
I asked Tiago Splitter if the Blazers’ main issue right now is injuries or if there’s something bigger they need to solve.
His response: “I think it’s the injuries, my friend.”
His response: “I think it’s the injuries, my friend.”
Blazers trail 105-91 with 4:30 remaining and look like they're gonna be on their way to their third straight loss. Some boo birds are starting to break out at the Moda Center.
December 27, 2025 at 5:24 AM
Blazers trail 105-91 with 4:30 remaining and look like they're gonna be on their way to their third straight loss. Some boo birds are starting to break out at the Moda Center.
Deni Avdija's lob throwing is becoming a significant weapon for him
December 27, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Deni Avdija's lob throwing is becoming a significant weapon for him
Tiago Splitter said pregame the Blazers need to get off to better starts. Mission accomplished as they lead 35-25 after the first quarter against the Clippers.
13 points from Deni and 8 from Shaedon to help set the tone.
13 points from Deni and 8 from Shaedon to help set the tone.
December 27, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Tiago Splitter said pregame the Blazers need to get off to better starts. Mission accomplished as they lead 35-25 after the first quarter against the Clippers.
13 points from Deni and 8 from Shaedon to help set the tone.
13 points from Deni and 8 from Shaedon to help set the tone.
Merry Christmas to the Blazers Bluesky Community! ❤️💚
December 25, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Merry Christmas to the Blazers Bluesky Community! ❤️💚
Donovan Clingan and Wendell Carter are now the main two to watch down the stretch for this. Very chippy on every possession as they battle for positioning down low.
A lotta good shit-talking going on in this game. Caleb Love, Sidy Cissoko and Desmond Bane getting in on the action
December 24, 2025 at 5:19 AM
Donovan Clingan and Wendell Carter are now the main two to watch down the stretch for this. Very chippy on every possession as they battle for positioning down low.
A lotta good shit-talking going on in this game. Caleb Love, Sidy Cissoko and Desmond Bane getting in on the action
December 24, 2025 at 4:59 AM
A lotta good shit-talking going on in this game. Caleb Love, Sidy Cissoko and Desmond Bane getting in on the action
A lot of friends at the Blazers game tonight (also a lot of people making me look short)
December 23, 2025 at 8:08 AM
A lot of friends at the Blazers game tonight (also a lot of people making me look short)
Blazers forward Sidy Cissoko, after tonight's loss, talking about the energy he brings to the floor:
"I love this sport so much. My dad told me if you don’t play with your heart on the court, you don’t need to play this game. That’s me. If I can die on the court, I will die on the court."
"I love this sport so much. My dad told me if you don’t play with your heart on the court, you don’t need to play this game. That’s me. If I can die on the court, I will die on the court."
December 23, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Blazers forward Sidy Cissoko, after tonight's loss, talking about the energy he brings to the floor:
"I love this sport so much. My dad told me if you don’t play with your heart on the court, you don’t need to play this game. That’s me. If I can die on the court, I will die on the court."
"I love this sport so much. My dad told me if you don’t play with your heart on the court, you don’t need to play this game. That’s me. If I can die on the court, I will die on the court."
My brotha 🤝🫂
December 23, 2025 at 6:57 AM
My brotha 🤝🫂
The Blazers are outscoring the Pistons 19-4 to get within 2 points with 4:46 left. Timeout Detroit.
The Moda Center is a madhouse
The Moda Center is a madhouse
December 23, 2025 at 5:21 AM
The Blazers are outscoring the Pistons 19-4 to get within 2 points with 4:46 left. Timeout Detroit.
The Moda Center is a madhouse
The Moda Center is a madhouse
Shaedon sharpe with 16 points on 8 shots at half. All 2-pointers. Pure, ethical basketball right there.
December 23, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Shaedon sharpe with 16 points on 8 shots at half. All 2-pointers. Pure, ethical basketball right there.
Damon Stoudamire opens up the 1999-2000 reunion press conference by saying:
“Both teams played hard.”
“Both teams played hard.”
December 23, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Damon Stoudamire opens up the 1999-2000 reunion press conference by saying:
“Both teams played hard.”
“Both teams played hard.”
Tiago Splitter says Jerami Grant won’t play tonight. He says he’s not 100% and they want to be careful. Splitter says he’s not concerned about it long term at the moment.
December 23, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Tiago Splitter says Jerami Grant won’t play tonight. He says he’s not 100% and they want to be careful. Splitter says he’s not concerned about it long term at the moment.
A main reason why Fan Blogs™️ exist are for pieces like this. Heartfelt and personal.
Kevin and I wrote a few reflections about our relationship to the Blazers' 2000 WCF team... and it include a bonus video that you might get a kick out of ;)
www.blazersedge.com/trail-blazer...
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Why the Trail Blazers’ 2000 Western Conference Finals Team Matters
A brief reflection as the Blazers get ready to honor an all-time “what-if” squad
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December 22, 2025 at 10:19 PM
A main reason why Fan Blogs™️ exist are for pieces like this. Heartfelt and personal.
"I told the guys now in the locker room,” Blazers acting head coach Tiago Splitter said after Portland's 134-133 OT win, “‘the good part about this is you can learn about the situations and you still won the game.’”
Blazers Reflect on Lessons From Getaway Car After Disgusting Win
“That’s not the way we want to win basketball games.”
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December 19, 2025 at 10:26 PM
"I told the guys now in the locker room,” Blazers acting head coach Tiago Splitter said after Portland's 134-133 OT win, “‘the good part about this is you can learn about the situations and you still won the game.’”
The Last 2 Minute Report from the Blazers/Kings has been released.
Upon review, the report says the Russell Westbrook foul call on Deni Avdija in the final seconds was CORRECT.
Upon review, the report says the Russell Westbrook foul call on Deni Avdija in the final seconds was CORRECT.
December 19, 2025 at 10:22 PM
The Last 2 Minute Report from the Blazers/Kings has been released.
Upon review, the report says the Russell Westbrook foul call on Deni Avdija in the final seconds was CORRECT.
Upon review, the report says the Russell Westbrook foul call on Deni Avdija in the final seconds was CORRECT.
The Blazers pull through for the Moral Loss
December 19, 2025 at 6:05 AM
The Blazers pull through for the Moral Loss