The long-rumored move to ROOT Sports for the Trail Blazers is coming into focus. Back in March, information emerged that the Blazers’ broadcast would swap from NBC Sports Northwest to ROOT Sports starting in the 2021-22 season. Earlier this week, The Oregonian’s John Canzano confirmed the move and revealed a handful of early details.
Can confirm Trail Blazers moving to ROOT Sports next season as first reported by @BizballMaury
A few details I’ve learned:
— number of households that will see games doubles vs NBC Sports NW
— deal includes distribution on @DIRECTV
— production will stay in-house w Blazers— John Canzano (@johncanzanobft) June 9, 2021According to Canzano’s early analysis, ROOT Sports will be offered via DIRECTV (along with other providers) and the Blazers’ current game-day production set up will remain intact moving forward.