The Trail Blazers were dealt a major blow with the loss of their starting shooting guard.
Wes Matthews recovered from surgery in his jersey

Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY SportsPoor Wes. WHY DID HE HAVE TO GET INJURED?
Read Article >Wes Matthews’ injury comes at worst possible time

Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY SportsThere’s hope for Portland to salvage this season and Matthews to continue having a successful career, but it looks bleak for both parties.
The trade deadline deal for Arron Afllalo has suddenly turned from a nice insurance move bolstering the bench to a desperately-needed transaction for Portland to survive.
Read Article >Wes Matthews out for season with torn Achilles

Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY SportsPortland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews tore his Achilles tendon in the third quarter of the Trail Blazers’ game against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night, the team announced. He has been ruled out for the season.
Here’s a look at the play:
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