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  1. Nov 18, 2023 · For years, Portland was dubbed “Rip City.” Here’s the story behind the nickname.

  2. Oct 26, 2015 · Many NBA fans are familiar with the Portland Trail Blazers' "Rip City" Nickname. But few know the story behind the catchphrase, or how it's come to encompass one of the league's most beloved...

  3. Rip City. The nickname Rip City is usually used in the context of the city's NBA team, the Portland Trail Blazers. The term was coined by the team's play-by-play announcer Bill Schonely during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers on February 18, 1971, the Blazers' first season.

  4. Home of The Portland Trail Blazers, Fox Sports Radio, Oregon State Beavers Baseball, Portland State Vikings Football, and the Hillsboro Hops.

  5. Sep 8, 2014 · Within the context of the basketball world, Portland is commonly referred to as “Rip City”. Many longtime Trail Blazer fans know the origin of the term (not all), but younger fans, newer fans, and fans of other teams may not be aware of the history.

  6. Portland Trail Blazers Store, Rip City carries official NBA Trail Blazer Gear and Apparel. Shop Blazers jerseys, City Edition, Icon, Association and Statement. Unique Blazer caps, Blazer graphic tees, backpacks, gear and more. Visit us in arena and shop online.

  7. The latest Portland Trail Blazers news, rumors, and free agency updates from the insider fans and analysts at Rip City Project.

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