Portland Trail Blazers do not extend Scoot Henderson's rookie contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 6:01 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
The Portland Trail Blazers have chosen not to offer Scoot Henderson a rookie-scale contract extension before the October 19 deadline, putting him on track for restricted free agency in the summer of 2027. General manager Joe Cronin acknowledged the challenges of negotiations due to Henderson's inconsistent performance. Henderson, who averaged 14.2 points per game last season, will have to demonstrate his value in a crowded backcourt alongside new acquisitions Ja Morant and Jrue Holiday. The Blazers retain the right to match any offers Henderson might receive next summer by extending a qualifying offer. The regular season opens for Portland on October 21 against the Phoenix Suns.
- •Henderson will become a restricted free agent in 2027.
- •He averaged 14.2 points, 3.7 assists last season.
- •The Blazers open their season on October 21 against the Suns.
- •Portland has two-time All-Star Ja Morant joining their backcourt.
- •General manager Joe Cronin characterized Henderson as a high-priority player.
- 6:01 AMYahoo Sports — Portland Trail Blazers Make Major Scoot Henderson Decision Before Season Opener
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