Damian Lillard: Inks Five-Year Extension

Lillard signed a five-year, $120 million extension with the Blazers on Thursday, the Blazer's Edge reports.

Analysis:

The entirety of Lillard's maximum-level deal is guaranteed, with no player options in the latter seasons. Barring LaMarcus Aldridge choosing the Blazers in his quest through unrestricted free agency this summer, Lillard is now the face of the Pacific Northwest's only franchise. No matter how the offseason proceeds, Lillard is poised for a leap in his scoring output, though it remains to be seen if his efficiency will suffer.