The New Orleans Pelicans are in California to face off with the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday evening, and for the game they could be without their star shooting guard. Instagram: "At first, it was weird," Lillard said after the 121-110 loss to New Orleans. [16] On February 8, McCollum posted a season-high 19 points in a 117110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Before Wednesdays matchup, McCollum said the Pelicans were desperate for a win after losing four in a row amid an epic nosedive in the standings. We have great human beings in here. Twitter: CJ McCollum is one of the most under-appreciated stars in the NBA. All rights reserved. [81], McCollum is involved in his community as a radio personality and philanthropist. You could argue I should have made it in previous years. Per ESPN Stats & Information research, that pushed him past Michael Jordan in 1997-98 (12) for the most ever in a single season by a player age 32 or older. September 19, And he didn't even spend his whole time with that team wearing the number they retired in his honor. CJ McCollum will be in attendance for NBA All-Star Weekend in February. McCollum named Kia NBA Most Improved Player", "C.J. The Rachel Nichols interview ahead of the 2019 Playoffs. The only thing holding CJ back from being an allstar is Dame. The first player to ever enter the NBA from Lehigh, McCollum was picked tenth overall in the 2013 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers. "At first, it was weird," Lillard said following the game.. "It felt like practice a little bit, a couple of the matchups." NBA NEWS: Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers, CJ McCollum & New Orleans Pelicans Updates The Pelicans made a visit to the great northwest last season after the trade deadline, but Lillard was sidelined following surgery on his abdominal. [3], McCollum played at the private research school Lehigh University for four seasons. That means sometimes I might have it going, but hes the closer. He has been a marquee name for over a decade and since becoming a starter in 2015 McCollum has averaged over 22 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists on 40% shooting behind the arc. If not, then he will handle his duties as NBPA president and then escape the Mountain West cold for a few days with his family. The championship window seemed shattered on the ruptured Achilles of Wesley Matthews, and within weeks, the talented two-guardalong with fellow starters Aldridge, Nicolas Batum, and Robin Lopezwould become a thing of the past. Ingram put on a shot-making clinic against a Portland defense that could not prevent him from getting anywhere he wanted. [55] McCollum missed 10 games over late March and early April with a left knee injury. John Amis/Associated Press. "Just like practice, only a longer game, a couple more foul calls and fans there," he said. McCollum's own teammate Damian Lillard is a four-time All-Star who is also at the height of his ability. Before joining The Athletic, he was a writer at The Times-Picayune/NOLA Media Group, and he's been on the Pelicans beat since 2016. The Bombs Away Game Game 2, 2019 West First Round vs. OKC. You know what Im saying? Talk about Blazers vs. Hawks Second Half Here! Its going to be a roller coaster. My job is to take advantage of them.. By the time the year is over, he will have collected close to $180 million in career earnings. While accolades are great, McCollum values being a good person and helping his team win over making it to the big game. Listed as out for the Pelicans are Zion Williamson (right hamstring strain), Dyson Daniels (right ankle sprain) and E.J. What often goes forgotten in that game is that Portland, to borrow another boxing term, were very much so against the ropes, trailing 101-93 with nine minutes to play. 5 in games played (436) and No. Ingram shot a tidy 18-of-29 from the field and didnt record a single turnover in 38 minutes of game action. Keeping both highlight-reel makers and opposing defenses awake and working late in the night, the duo injected a jolt of energy into the Portland fanbase, lacing up for over 500 games together from 2014 to 2022. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports. [19] In the season-opener on October 28, McCollum posted a career-high 37 points, scoring 22 of which in the first quarter alone, helping the Blazers defeat the New Orleans Pelicans, 11294. Join us for a March Madness Webinar on Tuesday, March 7 at 8pm ET. Beyond Zion Williamson, who remains out with his hamstring injury, Jose Alvarado will miss at least the next weeks with a right tibia stress reaction and Larry Nance is out at least the next two weeks with an ankle issue. Both are generational talents with name recognition having good to outstanding seasons so that cache and respect goes a long way with NBA fans. [3] By graduation, McCollum had become the leading scorer in Golden Eagles history, with 1,405 career points, and was named Gatorade Ohio Player of the Year for his final campaign, the 200809 season. [9] On January 5, 2013, McCollum broke his left foot in a game against Virginia Commonwealth University, ending his season early. Knowing that if we blitz (Lillard) with Willy and (Jaxson Hayes), what if we go with Herb at the five? Pels coach Willie Green said. Steph Curry and Luka Doncic as the top two backcourt options makes complete sense. [47] In Game 4 of the Trail Blazers' first-round playoff series against the New Orleans Pelicans, McCollum scored 38 points in a 131123 loss. 5. CJ McCollum ( New Orleans Pelicans) with a 3-pointer vs the Golden State Warriors, 03/03/2023. A small-market team and a mid-major star: There's no more perfect union in the NBA. Like most every other team in the NBA from 2014-15 to 2018-19, performances didnt hold the same value unless you did it against the Golden State Warriors. 'I get paid like an All-Star. McCollum looked like a bonafide All-Star before suffering a left mid-foot fracture that sidelined him for nearly two months. If it happens, thats great. [3], Throughout his high school career, McCollum worked at refining his shooting stroke; the successful effort was reflected in the 29.3 points per game he averaged during his senior season. [46] On March 28, McCollum had a 42-point effort, which came in a 108103 loss to the Grizzlies. Over the season, McCollum has averaged 21.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.0 steals, and 3.0 three-pointers on 43/40/79 shooting splits, providing some much-needed veteran leadership as well. 2. After he scored a combined 27 points in the second and third quarters, the Pels held him to eight in the final period, including just one field goal in the final seven minutes. He joined Anthony Davis, DeMarcus Cousins, and Tyreke Evans as the only players in Pelicans history to put up at least 40 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists in a game. Things got even more difficult as Lillard repeatedly roasted Willy Hernangomez, forcing the replacement Pelicans center to move his feet out in space. Just long, athletic guys all over the place. As a senior, he was named a McDonald's All-American, averaging 24.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 2.7 steals per game. CJ McCollum's career-high 9TH three-pointer wins it for the @trailblazers pic.twitter.com/4gEBbFU6HZ. Email Christian Clark at cclark@theadvocate.com. Obviously, thats a tough matchup for anybody. Thinking about some of the other elite duos of this time think Harden-Westbrook, Embiid-Simmons, etc its remarkable that there was never a story in which jealousy or insecurity came about. [78] They have one son named Jacobi who was born on January 10, 2022. We were able to get to it and we liked what we saw. The Pelicans (26-17) still sit in third place in the West. To begin the night, the Pelicans had McCollum guarding the red-hot Lillard, who entered the game averaging 38.7 points over the previous 20 games. It wasthe main reason they were able to close out this win. New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (3), shown here driving against Brooklyn Nets forward TJ Warren at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, will be back home with his teammates Wednesday night following a five-game road trip, as the Pels take on the Miami Heat. For the season, he would average 20.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 4.3 assists a night across 80 games. News: 1 day ago McCollum registered 24 points (9-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds and seven assists across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 121-110 victory over the Trail Blazers. Combining for 62 PTS, @CJMcCollum (33p/8r/5a) & @Dame_Lillard (29p/4r/6a) propel the @trailblazers to a 2-0 series lead! [84] During the NBA coronavirus bubble, he brought 84 bottles in with him and kept his hotel room temperature at 60F (16C) or below to protect it. 8. [3] Even though he was already considered virtually destined to be a top NBA draft pick by his third year, he decided to finish his final year of college instead of leaving sooner for the NBA. As such, he saw his minutes increase to 34.8 per contest, and he started in all 80 games that he played. And, as the old saying goes, the best ability is availability. Zion Williamson (9) and Brandon Ingram (23) have missed a combined 32 games and counting. Decade-long rulers of the Western Conference, the Warriors and more specifically, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson became the litmus test the Lillard-McCollum pairing would be based judged against. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Game Four remains a positive memory nonetheless. A couple hundred tickets remain, and three days. [76], On May 30, 2022, McCollum signed a multiplatform deal with ESPN to be an NBA analyst. To open the 2020-21 campaign, the talented two-guard played as if that stat was on his psyche. On January 1, 2014, he was assigned to the Idaho Stampede of the development league. To close with a fun fact: from 2015-16 to 2021-22, only eight players averaged 20+ every season; McCollum and Lillard were the only duo to have done so. [30] McCollum would start in all 80 games that he played and would average 23 points as well as 3.6 rebounds and as many assists. CJ McCollum is on Instagram at 3jmccollum. [3] McCollum would eventually benefit from a late growth spurt, gaining five inches by his second year and another four inches by his third year of high school; it proved enough to put him on the radar for college recruitment. On December 27, McColllum put up 35 points to go along with 11 rebounds and 9 assists during a 9894 win over the Sacramento Kings. To count a few: theres (1) Lillards pissed off at the NBA, 51-point performance against Golden State, fresh off of another All-Star snub, (2) the corner game-winner with three Warriors in his airspace in 2018-19, and even a cohesive 41-point second half takeover from Lillard and McCollum in a Feb. 14, 2018 win, providing some hope that, with both teams fully healthy, Portland could withstand the challenge. Jan 4, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (3) reacts to a three point shot against the Houston Rockets during the second quarter at Smoothie King Center. Two nights later, he had 38 points in a loss to the Boston Celtics. It . I get paid like an All-Star, McCollum said. [70], On September 24, 2022, McCollum agreed to a two-year, $64 million extension with the Pelicans. The Center aims to provide a safe and inspiring space for underserved youth to learn, explore, create, and grow. #RipCity #NBAPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/gx5FvsyBgy. The Thunder opened up a double-digit lead midway through the second and a 70.6 percent win probability at that before the Blazers star duo did what expectations suggested they should: This sequence by Damian Lillard is still iconic pic.twitter.com/yZfuiLLfWx. McCollum is making $33.3 million this season. No Blazer had recorded numbers on par with McCollum's near triple-double in the last 29 years (Clyde Drexler posted 34 points, 11 rebounds, and 9 assists or more on five occasions. Damian Lillard, CJ McCollum, & Rodney Hood combined for 87 PTS as the Blazers won at home last night to force a Game 7! McCollum: Why I'm returning to Lehigh for my senior year", "McCollum breaks record in 9177 win at Sacred Heart", "Hulls Named Finalist for Senior CLASS Award", "Lehigh alum C.J. Williamson is now on the shelf for at least three weeks and Ingram's timetable to return is unknown. [37]) On February 7, McCollum scored 32 points; the last two of which, on a runner from the top of the lane, clinched the 114113 win over the Dallas Mavericks with 0.9 seconds left. pic.twitter.com/fI7cgRCzYK. If the Portland Trail Blazers guard continues in this vein of form, he is a surefire All-Star selection. I just work extremely hard and I dont need validation from outsiders, I dont need validation from other people, because I know what I have and what I bring to the table., "I don't need validation from other people, because I know what I have and what I bring to the table. Maybe, the former Most Improved Player will finally get the first All-Star nod of his career. The year after the Blazers drafted Lillard No. "@CJMcCollum speaks with the crew after Portland's win. CJMcCollum If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. That didnt stop the Blazers duo from putting together signature moments in the process. For Lillard and McCollum, that cohesion was at its most prolific in the spring of 2019. I think that was the desperation we need to play with moving forward. [75] Guests on the show have included Kevin Durant and Carmelo Anthony. You have permission to edit this article. Its all the work I put in. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. Do you have a sports website? Despite his stature, McCollum played varsity as a freshman for the Golden Eagles, relying on his athleticism. As such, he has written articles concerning the NBA for various media outlets;[80] in one of his pieces, he interviewed the Commissioner of the league Adam Silver. On July 27, 2016, McCollum signed a four-year contract extension with Portland. As New Orleans continues to scrounge for ways to win games amid its injury woes, Green discovering this lineup could be a significant development. CJ McCollum will be in attendance for NBA All-Star Weekend in February. Desperate times may call for desperate measures. Major League Baseball on Friday pulled this year's All-Star Game out of Atlanta in protest of Georgia's new restrictive voting law. There will be no Jamal Murray jokes today. Shaquille ONeal and Kobe Bryant (2001-02), Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant (17, 18, 19), and Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown (2020-21). The NBA's hands are tied concerning the fan vote but making the game as a coach's selection or even an injury replacement would be a tip of the cap to what has been an outstanding, yet sometimes overshadowed, career. Steph and Klay have missed a big chunk of Golden State road games. Ingram admitted after the win that he knows the margin of error is small for the Pels as they attempt to stay above water with all the injuries popping up. McCollum moved into the starting lineup for good in 2015-16, joining Lillard in the backcourt, and they teamed to lead Portland to playoff appearances each of the next five seasons, highlighted by a trip to the 2019 Western Conference finals. All eyes were on McCollum and Lillard going into this game as they shared the court for the first time since last Februarys trade. 1991 As McCollum dressed at his locker, Jaxson Hayes screamed, Second team All-Defense, CJ McCollum! When NBA players discuss some of the benefits to that of their sport, in comparison to say, the NFL where games are often seven days apart one of the positives they always bring up: after a bad performance, you normally dont have to wait as long for a shot at redemption. Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson have combined to miss 42 games. He is one of the best players of his generation to have never earned a nod. [65], On December 7, 2021, McCollum was diagnosed with a pneumothorax and was ruled out indefinitely. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. No real explanation why; w/ some players it just never feels smart counting them out.Take a look at his rsum in elimination matchups w/ the Blazers. Big-time stuff. If not, I am treated very well on the 1st and the 15th. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Despite. '. 'Felt like practice': Lillard, McCollum square off, 'Not going out this way': Nets, down 28, stun C's, Kerr touts 5-0 homestand: Dubs 'turned a corner', KD: Mavs tilt, Kyrie meeting 'just another game', Owner: Snyder, Fields will bring Hawks success, Isaac has surgery on adductor, done for season, Clips' Powell out at least a week to treat shoulder, LeBron to have tendon injury checked in 3 weeks. While Lillard did get the best of him in their individual matchup, McCollum got what he needed most in his return to Portland: a win. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Lillard could offer some advice on how to deal with it. Vote for New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum and the rest of the team to help bring real jazz to Utah for the 2023 NBA All-Star game. )[23] McCollum was able to resume his starting shooting guard role on January 4 as Lillard was back on his feet, returned from injury. If I never make an All-Star Game man, I wont be sad about it because I know Im nice, and I know a lot of people respect my game, McCollum said. Damian Lillard and Devin Booker are totally understandable choices. It has been almost one year since the Pelicans traded for McCollum and Larry Nance Jr. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. CJ McCollum however, 12-veteran and NBPA President, has never made an NBA All-Star Game and is again getting looked over by the fan voters. The Portland Trail Blazers have started the year with a steady three and two record, but CJ McCollum has been the team's best player. Im going to be more efficient. pic.twitter.com/URZ0mDnBD0. Although McCollum has only played 13 games and has been sidelined dealing with a foot injury, he was averaging 26.7 points, 5.0 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game for the Trail Blazers. One of the most durable scorers in the game, he finished second in west guard voting last year. Im going to be more consistent. Ingram's personal update explained how it would be hard to tell exactly when he'd be ready. 0:23; Averaging 21.3 points, 5.8 assists, and 4.6 rebounds per game on 40% shooting from three,. His shooting percentages dipped to 39.9 percent from the field, as did Lehigh's record, and McCollum was edged out for conference Player of the Year honors by Mike Muscala of the Bucknell Bisons. Or write about sports? Defense for offense typifies this fantasy trade. 3jmccollum, Position: Dubs' Curry (leg) could return as soon as Sun. Data Provided By Liddell (right knee ACL injury recovery). 1 / 23 CLEVELAND, OH - FEBRUARY 19: CJ McCollum #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots a three point basket during the game during the MTN DEW 3-Point Contest as part of 2022 NBA All Star. It paid off tonight, Ingram told The Athletic. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. McCollum looked like a bonafide All-Star before suffering a left mid-foot fracture that sidelined him for nearly two months. (Photo of the picture on the wall via Will Guillory / The Athletic). McCollum checked Haynes for being among those who didnt expect the pairing to work when they first started, highlighting some of the chip on their shoulder approaches that Portland fans have come to know all too well. [33] On November 20, McCollum scored 33 points and hit a career-high 6 three-pointers, to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 129109. There was a problem saving your notification. Though, it shouldnt be forgotten what Lillard and his co-star did together in this one. pic.twitter.com/xg2mvYWjBX. [18] For his sophomore season, he played 15.7 minutes per outing while averaging 6.8 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1 assist across 62 games. Austin Reaves and Russell Westbrook are All-Stars but the Los Angeles Lakers only have a 17-21 record? A glimpse into the future Game 4, 2015 West First Round vs. MEM. The long-term highlight of that Game Two was the play above, with Lillards back-and-forth with Westbrook serving as an entertaining backdrop of this series. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. 7 in minutes played (15,030). The finale for both teams prior to the NBA All-Star break will tip off at 9 p.m. Central and will be broadcast by Bally Sports, ESPN and 99.5 FM. The list of things going right for Portland is pretty small. [7], Over his four collegiate years, McCollum added 30 pounds of muscle to fill out his frame. Christian James McCollum (born September 19, 1991) is an American professional basketball player for the New Orleans Pelicans of the National Basketball Association (NBA). After . It's an undeserving slight given McCollum's career and current season. [44] On January 1, to defeat the Chicago Bulls, 124120, he scored 25 of 32 points after halftime, including the game-clinching basket with 56.5 seconds left in overtime. McCollum played high school basketball for the Golden Eagles at GlenOak High School in his native city of Canton, Ohio. Learn more and register. Its difficult to argue that Damian Lillard isnt, at the current moment, playing some of the best basketball of his career. I guess we got lucky. [17], On October 27, 2014, Portland exercised their third-year team option to extended McCollum's rookie scale contract through 201516. Ingram also made his presence felt on defense with active off-ball rotations and solid on-ball work 1-on-1. inCanton,Ohio [57] In Game 6, he scored 30 points in a 119108 win, helping the Blazers tie the series against the Nuggets at 33. [59] Portland went on to lose the Conference Finals in a four-game sweep to the Warriors. [41] McCollum would play in 80 games and start in all of them while averaging 21.4 points, 4 rebounds, and 3.4 assists a night. McCollum doesnt only dispense advice. [8], On November 25, 2012, McCollum scored 26 points in a 9177 win over Sacred Heart to pass Rob Feaster as the Patriot League's all-time leading scorer. [67], On February 8, 2022, Portland traded McCollum, Larry Nance Jr. and Tony Snell to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Josh Hart, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Tom Satoransk, Didi Louzada, a protected 2022 first-round draft pick, the better of New Orleans' and Portland's 2026 second-round draft picks and New Orleans' 2027 second-round draft pick. 6. Describing life as a score-first backcourt, and how to manage when one player is hot, how to take a step back, and how they stacked up amongst NBA historys top backcourts. For nearly a full decade, Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum shared the backcourt for the Portland Trail Blazers, staking their claim as one of the NBAs most potent 1-2 punches. He is averaging 21.2 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.9 assists. The fans obliged and the Pelicans saw out a 127-116 home win over the Philadelphia 76ers. CJ McCollum was born on September 19, 1991, making him 28 years old as of 2019. McCollum: 'More Than Just a Basketball Player', "CJ McCollum Dream Center Opens at Blazers Boys & Girls Club", "Portland's CJ McCollum is a Silent Assassin on the Court and a Blooming Journalist Off of it", "NBA star CJ McCollum is keeping his hotel room a frigid temperature to create a wine cellar for the 84 bottles he ordered to the Disney bubble", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=CJ_McCollum&oldid=1140860142. Stepping Up to the Champs Game 1, 2017 West First Round vs. GSW. [4], As a sophomore in 201011, McCollum increased his averages to 21.8 points and 7.8 rebounds per outing. For better or worse, there havent been many duos quite like them. The Pelicans star forward finished the win with a season-high 40 points while also chipping in six rebounds and five assists. Poole has not and the Warriors still sport a 3-16 record away from home. That didn't stop Lillard from scoring 41 points, his 13th time this season with 40-plus. Indeed, New Orleans later switched to defensive stoppers Herbert Jones, Dyson Daniels and Josh Richardson against Lillard, denying him the basketball in an effort to force other Portland players to beat them. Player stats broken down into various categories; i.e. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. . [10] McCollum went on to graduate from Lehigh University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.[11][12].
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