How many games has CJ McCollum missed?

(AP) — CJ McCollum scored 16 points in his first game back from a collapsed lung, Jusuf Nurkic added 21 points and a season-best 22 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Orlando Magic 98-88 Monday night. McCollum missed 17 games over six weeks after being injured Dec.

How many games did CJ McCollum miss?

Over a five-year stretch from 2014 to 2019, he only missed 21 games.

Is Damian Lillard friends with CJ McCollum?

CJ McCollum is no longer playing on the Portland Trail Blazers alongside his friend, Damian Lillard. But that doesn't mean the two guys aren't still incredibly close and hold special places in each others' hearts.

Was CJ McCollum ever an all star?

McCollum Is 4th Non-All-Star to Sign a $100 Million Contract This Summer. Fact: Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum signed a four-year, $106 million extension on Monday, per ESPN.com. He became the fourth non-All-Star in the NBA to sign a $100 million contract this offseason.

How did CJ McCollum get tall?

High school career

CJ would eventually benefit from a late growth spurt, gaining five inches by his second year and another 4 inches by his third year of high school; it proved enough to put him on the radar for college recruitment.

Is CJ McCollum a dad?

Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum became a new father and is expected to return to the court within the next two games. Blazers coach Chauncey Billups said Thursday night before the team's game at Denver that McCollum and his wife, Elise, welcomed their first child, a boy.

How long did CJ McCollum and Damian Lillard play together?

So, how does Lillard feel about the deal? He and McCollum played together for over eight years and built the Trail Blazers into a consistent Western Conference powerhouse. Dame recently admitted he's still hurt.

How long did Dame and CJ play together?

That's how I think we'll be remember is like man, when CJ and Dame was together for that eight, nine years, trouble. I think that's how we'll be remembered. CJ's performance in Game 7 versus the Denver Nuggets will be something Trail Blazers fans remember for a long time.

Is CJ McCollum a 3 point shooter?

McCollum's three-point shooting is of the highest standard, and as of last season, he raised his volume to a level that means he is right in the top tier. McCollum is a career 39.8 percent shooter from three.

Is Damian Lillard back?

It's official: Damian Lillard will not return to court for Blazers this season.

Is CJ McCollum a good player?

Since CJ McCollum took on full-time starter duties in 2015-16 when he won the NBA's Most Improved Player Award, he has never placed lower than the 71st percentile in pick-and-roll ball handling efficiency and the 77th percentile in spot-up shooting.

Where did Damian Lillard go?

Through just over a month, the 2021-22 season has been an absolute whirlwind for the Boston Celtics, as they can't seem to find a way to stay consistent, be it with their rotations, win-loss record, or simply with their on-court production.

What happen to Damian Lillard?

Damian Lillard injury update: Blazers star to miss rest of season while recovering from abdominal surgery. Damian Lillard will miss the remainder of the season while recovering from abdominal surgery he underwent in January, the Portland Trail Blazers announced Monday.

Is Damian Lillard gone?

Lillard will miss the remainder of the 2021-22 season." That's the kind of season it's been for Lillard. He originally injured his abdomen on Dec. 1, but when he still felt pain after seven days of rest, he had an injection to help mitigate that so he could return to the court —which he did on Dec.

Who did Trail Blazers get for CJ McCollum?

In return, the Trail Blazers received Josh Hart, Nickeil Alexander-Walker (who was later traded to the Jazz), Tomas Satoransky (who was later traded to the Spurs), Didi Louzada and draft compensation. The picks? A 2022 protected first-round pick and two second-round picks.

What did Portland get for CJ McCollum?

The Blazers are getting Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Tomas Satoransky and Didi Louzada in the deal. The Blazers will also receive New Orleans' 2022 first-round pick (with protections) and two future second-round selections, per Wojnarowski. The teams officially announced the deal on Tuesday night.

Who got traded for McCollum?

New Orleans acquired CJ McCollum, Larry Nance Jr. and Tony Snell from the Blazers on Tuesday, in exchange for Josh Hart, Tomáš Satoranský, Nickeil Walker-Alexander, Didi Louzada, a protected first-round pick and two second-round picks, reports ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Is CJ McCollum injured?

(December 23, 2021) – Following further evaluation, including a CT scan on Wednesday, Portland guard CJ McCollum's right lung is fully healed after suffering a pneumothorax earlier this month, the team announced today. McCollum has been cleared for non-contact drills, increased conditioning, and shooting.

What kind of doctor is CJ McCollum's wife?

Elise is a full-fledged Doctor of Dental Surgery

She earned her doctorate this year and now lists herself as Elise McCollum, D.D.S on Instagram.