NBA Rumors: Jrue Holiday makes a decision about his future with the Blazers

The Portland point guard has confirmed that he intends to stay with the franchise long-term

Jorge P. Borreguero | Sun, 05/17/2026 - 16:00
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Jrue Holiday, player for the Portland Trail Blazers.
Jrue Holiday, player for the Portland Trail Blazers.

In the NBA Rumors, the future of Jrue Holiday seems to be linked, at least for now, to the Portland Trail Blazers. After several seasons marked by constant movements between franchises, the veteran guard made it clear that his intention is to stay in Oregon and be part of the project's growth.

"That's what I hope for. I don't like being traded or switching teams constantly," Holiday explained when asked about his continuity in Portland. "I like to feel part of something, to build together with the group, see how it evolves, and experience that process with the team. I would love to stay here."

In a short period of time, Holiday has moved through several NBA franchises. The guard left the Milwaukee Bucks for the Portland Trail Blazers, then was traded to the Boston Celtics, and later returned to Portland again.

After that phase of constant changes, the player seems to now seek continuity in a roster he considers ready to compete.

Jrue Holiday, player for the Portland Trail Blazers.

Confidence in the Blazers' project

Holiday particularly highlighted the way Portland ended the season and the commitment he sees within the locker room.

"Honestly, from how we finished the season, fighting until the end, we know we have a team capable of competing for a playoff spot," he stated. "There's a very good mix of veterans and young players eager to win. You can feel it even now. It's only been two days since we were eliminated, and they're already back in the gym working. That excites me a lot."

Intense competition in the team's leadership

Portland faces the summer with a significant accumulation of talent on the perimeter. Besides Holiday, the franchise has Scoot Henderson, who enters the final year of his rookie contract, and Shaedon Sharpe, who will start his new four-year extension.

In addition to this, Damian Lillard is set to return, absent throughout the last season while recovering from an Achilles tendon tear.

Uncertainties about his continuity

The Trail Blazers' depth on the perimeter and Holiday's high contract have sparked rumors of a potential new trade for the veteran guard during the offseason.

However, the player's words make his position clear: his desire is to stay in Portland and contribute to the team's growth in an increasingly demanding Western Conference.

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