Last Updated on May 24, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The Portland Trail Blazers have featured some elite rebounders throughout their history, from dominant championship-era centers to versatile forwards who controlled the glass for over a decade. Rebounding has played a major role in many of the franchise’s best seasons, especially during the Bill Walton and Clyde Drexler eras.

Here are the best rebounders in Portland Trail Blazers franchise history based on total rebounds, rebounding dominance, consistency, and overall impact.

LaMarcus Aldridge

Position: Forward/Center
Years with Trail Blazers: 2006–2015
Trail Blazers Rebounds: 5,434 (franchise leader)

Achievements:

  • 4-time All-Star with Portland
  • Multiple All-NBA selections
  • One of the best mid-range shooting big men ever
  • Franchise cornerstone during the late 2000s and early 2010s
  • Led Portland to multiple playoff appearances

LaMarcus Aldridge sits atop the Trail Blazers’ all-time rebounding leaderboard thanks to his consistency, durability, and offensive versatility. Although known primarily for his elite mid-range scoring ability, Aldridge was also an excellent rebounder who routinely averaged double-digit boards during his prime years.

His ability to play both power forward and center allowed him to dominate the glass across multiple eras of Portland basketball. (Land of Basketball)

Clyde Drexler

Position: Guard/Forward
Years with Trail Blazers: 1983–1995
Trail Blazers Rebounds: 5,339

Achievements:

  • Hall of Fame inductee
  • 8-time All-Star with Portland
  • Led Blazers to two NBA Finals appearances
  • One of the greatest all-around guards in NBA history
  • Elite rebounder for a perimeter player

Clyde Drexler was one of the most complete players in NBA history. While best known for his scoring and athleticism, Drexler was also an outstanding rebounder who consistently contributed in every phase of the game.

His rebounding ability from the guard position helped ignite Portland’s fast-break attack throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. Drexler remains one of only a few guards in NBA history to surpass 5,000 rebounds with a single franchise. (Land of Basketball)

Jerome Kersey

Position: Forward
Years with Trail Blazers: 1984–1995
Trail Blazers Rebounds: 5,078

Achievements:

  • NBA champion
  • Key member of two NBA Finals teams in Portland
  • One of the franchise’s best defensive forwards
  • Known for athleticism, toughness, and hustle

Jerome Kersey brought relentless energy to the Trail Blazers frontcourt for more than a decade. His rebounding, defense, and transition play made him an ideal fit alongside Clyde Drexler during Portland’s contending years.

Kersey consistently attacked the glass on both ends of the floor and remains one of the franchise’s most beloved players. (Land of Basketball)

Mychal Thompson

Position: Center
Years with Trail Blazers: 1978–1986
Trail Blazers Rebounds: 4,878

Achievements:

  • Former No. 1 overall NBA Draft pick
  • Reliable two-way center during the 1980s
  • Strong interior scorer and rebounder
  • One of the best centers in franchise history

Mychal Thompson anchored Portland’s interior during much of the early 1980s. His size, strength, and consistency helped him become one of the top rebounders in franchise history.

Thompson was also an underrated offensive player and dependable defender who contributed heavily during several playoff seasons. (Land of Basketball)

Buck Williams

Position: Forward/Center
Years with Trail Blazers: 1989–1996
Trail Blazers Rebounds: 4,861

Achievements:

  • NBA Rookie of the Year
  • 3-time All-Star
  • One of the NBA’s toughest rebounders
  • Major contributor during Portland’s Finals runs

Buck Williams brought veteran toughness and elite rebounding to the Trail Blazers during one of the franchise’s strongest eras. His physical style and defensive presence helped stabilize Portland’s frontcourt in the early 1990s.

Williams excelled at boxing out, controlling the defensive glass, and doing the dirty work that helped winning teams succeed. (Land of Basketball)

Bill Walton

Position: Center
Years with Trail Blazers: 1974–1979
Trail Blazers Rebounds: 3,428

Achievements:

  • NBA champion (1977)
  • NBA MVP
  • Finals MVP
  • One of the greatest passing centers ever
  • Dominant rebounder during Portland’s championship era

Bill Walton’s Portland career was shortened by injuries, but his rebounding impact was historic. At his peak, Walton was arguably the best center in basketball, combining elite rebounding, defense, and passing ability.

He still holds the highest rebounds-per-game average in franchise history and was the driving force behind Portland’s only NBA championship. (Land of Basketball)

Portland Trail Blazers All-Time Rebounding Leaders

PLAYER REBOUNDS YEARS
LaMarcus Aldridge 5,434 2006–2015
Clyde Drexler 5,339 1983–1995
Jerome Kersey 5,078 1984–1995
Mychal Thompson 4,878 1978–1986
Buck Williams 4,861 1989–1996
Sidney Wicks 4,086 1971–1978
Rasheed Wallace 3,797 1996–2004
Arvydas Sabonis 3,436 1995–2001
Bill Walton 3,428 1974–1979
Clifford Robinson 3,299 1989–1997

(Land of Basketball)

Honorable Mentions

  • Sidney Wicks
  • Rasheed Wallace
  • Arvydas Sabonis
  • Clifford Robinson
  • Jusuf Nurkić

Conclusion

The Trail Blazers have featured elite rebounders across multiple generations, from Bill Walton’s championship dominance to LaMarcus Aldridge’s long-term consistency. Clyde Drexler and Jerome Kersey helped define Portland’s golden era in the late 1980s and early 1990s, while players like Buck Williams and Mychal Thompson brought toughness and interior control to the franchise.

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