McCollum finished the night with 24 points, seven rebounds and seven assists, but it wasnt his offensive performance that left his teammates giddy after the buzzer. McCollum named Kia NBA Most Improved Player", "C.J. pic.twitter.com/URZ0mDnBD0. 'Whatever seed we are, we're ready': Is there room for Cleveland among the East elite? I guess we got lucky. However lively the yearly trade-deadline chatter might be, there's a reason CJ McCollum is still in Portland. In celebration for those, we look back at eight-and-a-half of their greatest moments in tandem. The Pelicans handled that pressure and played like the more desperate team, withstanding a 41-point outburst from Lillard to hold on to a 121-110 victory. McCollum is not an out-of-the-blue candidate either. 'I get paid like an All-Star. 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. On defense, the lead guard has snatched 13 steals and even gotten 8 blocks. Once Williamson and Ingram are back in the lineup, he should get more quality looks off of kick-outs. Long before they teamed up in Portland, McCollum (Lehigh University) and Lillard (Weber State University) took turns leading the nation in scoring. The win moved New Orleans to 1.5 games ahead of Portland in the West. All eyes were on McCollum and Lillard going into this game as they shared the court for the first time since last Februarys trade. Steph Curry and Luka Doncic as the top two backcourt options makes complete sense. Liddell (right knee ACL injury recovery). Circumstances are undoubtedly different since that culture-changing Feb. 6, 2022 deal that sent McCollum to the New Orleans Pelicans. In his season debut on October 20, he put up 28 points on 12-of-18 shooting to lead his team past the Indiana Pacers, 11496. [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. 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. 8 (428) and No. When that swap with the Portland Trail Blazers was finalized on Feb. 8, New Orleans record was 22-32. The fans obliged and the Pelicans saw out a 127-116 home win over the Philadelphia 76ers. 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. When the NBA on TNT crew asked the Trail Blazers star about his mentality and supporting his teammates despite not getting an All-Star nod, McCollum said he doesnt need others to validate his body of work. Find out more about how we use your personal data in our privacy policy and cookie policy. [19] On November 6, 2018, McCollum scored 40 points during a 118103 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. After starting the game 5/8 from the three-point line, the Pelicans finished just 5/21. "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. But Brandon Ingram turned out to be the most dominant figure in Moda Center Wednesday. 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. Game One of the 2021 series against Denver, in which the two combined for 55. [46] He joined Damian Lillard, Damon Stoudamire, Brandon Roy, Andre Miller, Clyde Drexler and Geoff Petrie as Trail Blazers to score 50 points or more. Among players to log at least 500 games, McCollum's 19.4 points per game scoring average ranks No. For those who can remember at the time, it offered a look into sides of the Blazers duo that hadnt been seen as often. 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. NEW ORLEANS, La. [26] By the end of the regular season, he averaged 20.8 points per game, while Lillard did 25.1 points, making the first backcourt to average 20 or more points apiece in Blazers' history. Yet the closest McCollum's come to the All-Star courts were the 2016 and 2017 three-point contests. I get paid like an All-Star, McCollum said. That, along with a disruptive defender in Jones, led to remarkable results. The former NBA Most Improved Player in 2015-16 has. Thus far, it is 2-2 even though three of its normal starters Williamson, Ingram and Herb Jones have all missed multiple games. He just doesnt know if he will be there solely to take meetings as the president of the NBA Players Association or if his trip to Salt Lake City will serve a dual purpose. This stood in contrast to the previous regime of Lillard and LaMarcus Aldridge, with the latter being more reclusive, or that of say, Rasheed Wallace and Scottie Pippen, given the Jail Blazers storyline and the subsequent temperature of the media. Join our linker program. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. Dr. A's weekly risers and fallers: Jeremy Sochan, Christian Wood make the list, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West, What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, They said it! All-Star honors stick on a resume forever and he might be the best active player without those bragging rights. You have permission to edit this article. Still, McCollum not even making the top ten? ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. The Most Valuable McCollum leads the MVP chants for Lillard Feb. 2, 2020. Shoots: You could argue I should have made it in previous years. [38] In a 122113 victory over Denver on March 28, McCollum finished with a 39-point tally. [59] Portland went on to lose the Conference Finals in a four-game sweep to the Warriors. [17], On October 27, 2014, Portland exercised their third-year team option to extended McCollum's rookie scale contract through 201516. Despite averaging 26.7 points, 5.0 assists, and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 44.1% from three, all career highs, McCollums name was missing from the list of reserves for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game. I mean. closest McCollum's come to the All-Star courts were the 2016 and 2017 three-point contests. The fact that each guard played in 90+ percent of the games they shared together. The Center aims to provide a safe and inspiring space for underserved youth to learn, explore, create, and grow. He is a New Orleans native. 20 of ESPNs analysts made picks for this series, 19 of them siding with Oklahoma City. The two provided multiple avenues for which the fanbase could connect. To get his team over the hump, Ingram must consistently play at a superstar level the rest of the way. There was a problem saving your notification. Among some highlights: The chemistry proved tangible. Remembering Damian Lillard and CJ McCollums Greatest Blazers Hits, Blazers Cant Stop Hawks Guards, Fall in Atlanta, Chicago Bulls, Toronto Raptors Make Transactions as Season Concludes. A wave to instruct the crowd to get loud followed. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Saturday, March 4, 4:50AM. 1 all-time for players never making an appearance in the star-studded exhibition game. I think that was the desperation we need to play with moving forward. [4] He was the leading freshman scorer in the nation and the first player in Patriot League history to be named conference Player and Rookie of the Year. McCollum began last season playing the best basketball of his life for the Portland Trail Blazers. Can you help us send children in need to see the Blazers play the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, March 29th? "@CJMcCollum speaks with the crew after Portland's win. "It's cool to compete against your peers and your friends and people that you respect and you worked with. [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. "It felt like practice a little bit, a couple of the matchups.". 1991 I know this is something that doesnt last forever, McCollum shared after the victory. Join us for a March Madness Webinar on Tuesday, March 7 at 8pm ET. That spring of 2019 was something else, was it not? 1. McCollum knows he is enough. CJ McCollum not worried about an All-Star nomination. If Im going to be an elite guard, Ive got to pick up full court sometimes and do whatever it takes, McCollum said. Gabor won zero championships. Igniting the rally, he and McCollum combined for 30 points in the second half on the way to a 114-94 win. 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. [60], On November 21, 2019, McCollum scored a then season-high 37 points, along with 6 rebounds and 10 assists, in a 137129 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Ja Morant and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are up-and-coming stars with loyal fanbases voting daily. Find out more. Jose Alvarado, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, Brandon Ingram, Jonas Valanciunas, Dennis Schroder, DAngelo Russell, Troy Brown Jr., Rui Hachimura, Anthony Davis. home/away, monthly, etc More CJ McCollum Basketball Reference pages, 2022-23 Pelicans Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. CJ McCollum attended Glen Oak in Canton, Ohio and Lehigh. -The first set of fan votes are in for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City. He has made 55/114 (48%) of his three-pointers but has committed 46 turnovers. Learn more and register. [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: '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. And of course, its well-known how this series ended. My job is to take advantage of them.. If the Portland Trail Blazers guard continues in this vein of form, he is a surefire All-Star selection. You can change your choices at any time by clicking on the 'Privacy dashboard' links on our sites and apps. He attended Glendora High School in Glendora, California, where he played basketball. Lillard helped bridge the gap between award-winning hip-hop artist and one of the faces of Adidas. As McCollum dressed at his locker, Jaxson Hayes screamed, Second team All-Defense, CJ McCollum! [33] On November 20, McCollum scored 33 points and hit a career-high 6 three-pointers, to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 129109. [58] In the deciding Game 7, he scored a game-high 37 points in a 10096 win, including the game-sealing step back jumper with 15 seconds remaining, to help the Blazers advance to the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2000. He consistently made the right play and was unbothered by Portlands attempts to run double teams or zone coverages to force him into mistakes. 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. [43] On the 25th of that month, McCollum had 26 points and scored 7 straight in the final quarter, as he helped Portland stage a 100 scoring run to overcome a 17-point deficit and defeat the Washington Wizards, 108105. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Despite his stature, McCollum played varsity as a freshman for the Golden Eagles, relying on his athleticism. Taking care of business for the players. [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. Last Call for Blazers Edge Night Help (Please?). The list of things going right for Portland is pretty small. CJ McCollum with 25 Points vs. Golden State Warriors, 03/03/2023 If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. 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. Here are a few factors that will affect his All Star chances next season. Things got even more difficult as Lillard repeatedly roasted Willy Hernangomez, forcing the replacement Pelicans center to move his feet out in space. From 2015-16 to 2020-21, Lillard was No. The series itself wasnt anything to speak of, but it served as one of the many times in which anything felt possible because both players were on at the same time. College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com, Scores from any date in BAA/NBA or ABA history, Frequently Asked Questions about the NBA, WNBA and Basketball, Basketball-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREE. Despite. [49] On December 12, he matched his season high with 40 points during a 9283 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. He just doesn't know if he will be there solely to take meetings as the president of the NBA Players Association or. Sources: 2021 NBA All-Star reserves:West: Chris Paul, Paul George, Damian Lillard, Donovan Mitchell, Rudy Gobert, Zion Williamson, Anthony DavisEast: James Harden, Julius Randle, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Zach LaVine, Ben Simmons, Nikola Vucevic. Towards the climax of that stretch, Lillard, in the middle of the 51-point game against Utah (of course), stepped to the free throw line, awaiting the ball before a familiar chant orchestrated by McCollum and Carmelo Anthony broke out: The entire arena gives Dame MVP chants after his 51-point game pic.twitter.com/kUZ4Fpv692. CJ McCollum was born on September 19, 1991, making him 28 years old as of 2019. Over the first 11 games, McCollum averaged 28.1 points, 4.4 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game on 47-44-84 splits. Just long, athletic guys all over the place. The Bombs Away Game Game 2, 2019 West First Round vs. OKC. Talk about Blazers vs. Hawks First Half Here! Over that span, Lillard averaged 45.1 points, 9.6 assists, and 5.5 rebounds on 53-53-88 splits (no, there are no typos there), with the sub-.500 Blazers needing every ounce of it to keep their fledgling postseason aspirations alive. 6. 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. 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. [3] He played in 33 games, starting in 31, and averaged 19.1 points and 5 rebounds per game while shooting 45.9 percent from the field. Jonas Valanciunas had 16 points and . Player stats broken down into various categories; i.e. 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. It remains the biggest shot of his career. When one didnt have it, the other did, as evidenced by each of them averaging 25+ over the seven-game series. It was kind of getting back to how we play.. Email Christian Clark at cclark@theadvocate.com. 0:23; McCollum looked like a bonafide All-Star before suffering a left mid-foot fracture that sidelined him for nearly two months. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. A reserve in his first two years, he became a full-time starter for the Trail Blazers in his third season after making the decision to move to shooting guard as the Blazers lost LaMarcus Aldridge, Wesley Matthews, Nicolas Batum, and Robin Lopez in free agency following the end of the 2014-15 season. Jonas Valanciunas also missed Wednesdays game with a left calf contusion, and McCollum is playing through a thumb injury. Given the mounting pressure, Manfred believed the least political solution was to . 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. A few other Pelicans joked about the effort McCollum put in guarding Lillard full court early in the game. Jordan Poole getting on the same star list as teammates Klay Thompson and Curry? [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. PORTLAND -- After playing more than 500 regular-season games together as teammates with the Portland Trail Blazers, guards Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum squared off against each other for the first time Wednesday, more than a year after McCollum was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in February 2022. 3jmccollum, Position: 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. #NBAPlayoffs #RipCity pic.twitter.com/jT0rBQgcJS. Ingram shot a tidy 18-of-29 from the field and didnt record a single turnover in 38 minutes of game action. CJ McCollum is on Instagram at 3jmccollum. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Do you have a sports website? He has still played in 38 of a possible 43 games. With so many to choose from, its likely that many slipped through the cracks or have more significant backstories than others. Lillard and McCollums relationship actually started because they both dealt with the same foot injury. 2. come on! Major League Baseball announced Friday that this season's All-Star Game and draft will not be held in Atlanta in response to Georgia's recently passed laws that placed new restrictions on voting. Lillard joked that he knew McCollum's full-court pressure against "wasn't going to last." 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. But I think its about team success. Every ticket you donate goes to someone who wouldnt have been able to see the Blazers play without you! Combining for 62 PTS, @CJMcCollum (33p/8r/5a) & @Dame_Lillard (29p/4r/6a) propel the @trailblazers to a 2-0 series lead! Christian James McCollum (born September 19, 1991) is an American professional basketball player for the New Orleans Pelicans of the National Basketball Association (NBA). McCollum played high school basketball for the Golden Eagles at GlenOak High School in his native city of Canton, Ohio. once 30-8 and No. [28], McCollum helped the Blazers claim victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, 42, in the first round of the playoffs. [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. Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. [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. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports. McCollum had 24 points and teamed with Brandon Ingram, who scored a season-high 40, to either score or assist on 29 of New Orleans' 31 points in the fourth quarter. [57] In Game 6, he scored 30 points in a 119108 win, helping the Blazers tie the series against the Nuggets at 33. Both Anthony and McCollum deserved to be reserved in the All-Star game this year if we look at the output both of them have put out. NBA.com is part of Warner . All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. [10] McCollum went on to graduate from Lehigh University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.[11][12]. If you do not want us and our partners to use cookies and personal data for these additional purposes, click 'Reject all'. McCollum put together the first of what would become a long list of elite performances in win-or-go-home games, many of those shots illustrated here: Ive got this odd suspicion that CJ McCollum is bounce back with one of his greater games tonight in Game 6. [4], As a junior in the 201112 campaign, McCollum again earned Patriot League Player of the Year, as well as his third straight First Team All-Conference designation. Damian Lillard spoke about the Blazers trading CJ McCollum pic.twitter.com/KGgKUasAex. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. While Lillard ended up scoring 41 points, he was less effective as the game progressed. Austin Reaves and Russell Westbrook are All-Stars but the Los Angeles Lakers only have a 17-21 record? Its going to be a roller coaster. You can get full details here or simply visit the Trail Blazers ticket site and click Buying Options to donate a ticket or two! Steph and Klay have missed a big chunk of Golden State road games. We look back on their greatest moments together. props to bro, he tried to stop B.I. A glimpse into the future Game 4, 2015 West First Round vs. MEM. Now McCollum has the opportunity to step into a bigger role at least until Ingram returns and the pair can build off of their playoff chemistry. [42] He recorded as many as 36 points during a 9897 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on November 7. I understand the work he puts in and he understands the work I put in, and we continue to empower each other., CJ McCollum says he doesnt care if he never makes an All-Star Game, heres why, McCollum looked like a bonafide All-Star before suffering a left mid-foot fracture that sidelined him for nearly two months. My teammates did a good job of finding me and giving me those opportunities. There are 21 games over the next 6 weeks to garner some more fan votes. 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. Ingram also made his presence felt on defense with active off-ball rotations and solid on-ball work 1-on-1. [7], Over his four collegiate years, McCollum added 30 pounds of muscle to fill out his frame. The "Midsummer Classic" was set for July 13 at Truist Park, home . Channeling his inner Mike Tyson, McCollum delivered one of his more entertaining moments, sharing a fun moment with Lillard and Lisa Salters. You dont get to play forever. Meanwhile, Anthony has been playing fairly at 36-years-old with the Blazers. McCollum evolved with the Pull-Up podcast and as a wine connoisseur, to name a few of his interests. McCollum had to sit out four games due to being in the NBA's health and safety protocol program but he has led the New Orleans Pelicans with an unquestionable leadership style and scoring savvy that deserves recognition. CJ McCollum was drafted by Portland Trail Blazers, 1st round (10th pick, 10th overall), 2013 NBA Draft. One of the most durable scorers in the game, he finished second in west guard voting last year. [9] On January 5, 2013, McCollum broke his left foot in a game against Virginia Commonwealth University, ending his season early. There will be no Jamal Murray jokes today. 1 in the Western Conference, 51-point performance against Golden State, 41-point second half takeover from Lillard and McCollum, McCollums comments about load management. By this point, the Blazers, once 30-8 and No. It was the second time hes scored at least 40 points in a game without logging a turnover. Afterward, Alvarado said New Orleans stars not having inflated egos is part of why the team has a strong locker room. Data Provided By We kind of had it in our back pocket. 1 all-time for players never making an appearance in the star-studded exhibition game.. Dame Lillard (34) & CJ McCollum (41) combine for 75 @TrailBlazers points. During his third year in the league in 201516, he was named the NBA Most Improved Player.[1]. [15] He was recalled by the Blazers on January 5 and made his NBA debut three days later, during which he notched 4 points as Portland beat the Orlando Magic, 11094. Not that any one knew it, or even wanted it at the time, but towards the end of the 2014-15 season, there were opportunities that showcased what a homegrown backcourt pairing of Lillard and McCollum could look like. Do you have a blog? [76], On May 30, 2022, McCollum signed a multiplatform deal with ESPN to be an NBA analyst. During his third year in the league in 2015-16, he was named the NBA Most Improved Player [1] . McCollum looked like a bonafide All-Star before suffering a left mid-foot fracture that sidelined him for nearly two months. Odds & lines subject to change. [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. [75] Guests on the show have included Kevin Durant and Carmelo Anthony. 1 in minutes played (15,750) with McCollum at No. Across their eight-and-half year reign together, the two combined for 29,367 points a lot of regular season and postseason buckets combined along with three 50-win seasons, eight postseason appearances, once upon a time the NBAs longest active streak, and an immeasurable amount of memories. Schooling the Thunder once in Game One was to get the monkey of their respective backs; to do it again would be sending a message. The only thing holding CJ back from being an allstar is Dame. Ingram put on a masterclass in controlling an offense while operating within the 15-to-18-foot range. Unfortunately CJ McCollum has fallen victim of being one of the outsiders looking at the All-Star Game through a pane of glass unfairly. McCollum was named First Team All-Conference. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. [52] On January 22, he scored 31 points and made seven 3-pointers in a 123114 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, thus passing Nicolas Batum (751) for fourth on the franchise's all-time 3-pointers list. The Pelicans star forward finished the win with a season-high 40 points while also chipping in six rebounds and five assists. Though, it shouldnt be forgotten what Lillard and his co-star did together in this one. Its all the work I put in. 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.
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