Damian Lillard is returning to Portland. The nine-time All-Star is signing a three-year, $42 million contract to return to the Portland Trail Blazers, per ESPN. Lillard, 35, was waived by the Milwaukee Bucks on July 1,

In the end, Damian Lillard chose family over chasing a championship with the hopes that the Portland Trail Blazers can still climb into contention before his career comes to an end. The Blazers and Lillard,

In a move that is therapeutic and helpful for both sides, Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers will reunite.