Blazers Cut Ties With Former Warriors, Lakers Forward Ahead of Training Camp

Jul 12, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Blake Hinson (36) drives the ball against Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore (7) during the second half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images | Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

The NBA announced on Friday that the Portland Trail Blazers have waived 25-year-old guard/forward Blake Hinson, prior to the official start of team training camp.

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The Florida native had never appeared for the Blazers in an official NBA contest. He began his college career at Ole Miss before transferring to Pitt. With the Panthers, Hinson developed into an All-ACC player stemming primarily from a very impressive offensive skill-set.

After going undrafted out of college in 2024, Hinson connected with the Los Angeles Lakers on a two-way deal. After two months, the Lakers let Hinson go — and he then signed with the Golden State Warriors.

I'm told the Blazers are expected to sign and then waive Blake Hinson and Alex Reese on Exhibit 10 contracts, setting them up to join the Rip City Remix this upcoming season. Hinson was third in the G League in 3-pointers made last season. Reese played with Remix previously.

— Sean Highkin (@highkin) September 25, 2025

Hinson ended up with the Warriors' G League affiliate, the Santa Cruz Warriors. He made 21 starts (34 total appearances) with the team this past year.

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Hinson averaged an impressive 20.1 PPG on 45.7 percent shooting from the field and 38.3 percent from 3-point land.

One of Hinson's most impressive games this past year was when he hit 10 triples en route to a 44-point performance. Based on his emergence this past year, there were hopes that Hinson could make the Blazers opening day roster as a possible floor spacer.

Hinson's Next Steps

However, as mentioned by Rose Garden Report scribe Sean Highkin, Hinson is expected to rejoin the franchise and be a member of Portland's G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix.

As an Exhibit 10 signing, Hinson will become eligible for a bonus worth up to $85,300 — provided he stays with Rip City for at least 60 days.

There certainly is room in the NBA for a 6-foot-8 player that can hit shots from beyond the arc at close to a 40-percent clip. If Hinson continues to play well in the G League, it would not be surprising for him to latch on elsewhere even if it's not necessarily with the Trail Blazers.

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