Damian Lillard

Damian Lamonte Ollie Lillard Sr., born on July 15, 1990, is a prominent American professional basketball player renowned for his exceptional skills on the court. Currently, he plays for the Milwaukee Bucks in the National Basketball Association (NBA) after a storied career with the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard, affectionately known as 'Dame Time', has made a significant impact in the league, earning accolades such as nine-time NBA All-Star and seven-time All-NBA Team selection.

Before his professional career, Lillard showcased his talent at Weber State, where he played college basketball and earned third-team All-American honors in 2012. He was selected as the sixth overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft by the Trail Blazers, where he quickly made a name for himself by winning the NBA Rookie of the Year award for the 2012–13 season. Over the years, he has become the Trail Blazers’ all-time leading scorer and ranks fourth on the NBA's all-time list for three-point field goals made, with two thousand eight hundred and four.

In addition to his basketball achievements, Lillard has also made his mark in the music industry as a rapper under the stage name Dame D.O.L.L.A. His versatility extends beyond sports, as he has ventured into acting as well. In 2021, he contributed to the U.S. Olympic team, winning a gold medal at the 2020 Summer Olympics and was later named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.

After a trade request in 2023, Lillard transitioned to the Milwaukee Bucks, where he continued to excel, earning the All-Star Game MVP title in his first season and winning the NBA Cup in 2024. However, following an Achilles injury during the 2025 playoffs, he was released by the Bucks after two seasons. Lillard then made a triumphant return to the Trail Blazers on a three-year deal, reaffirming his commitment to the franchise that helped shape his illustrious career.