Run in both directions! Shams: Billups& Cronin went to Lillard s home several times to facilitate reunion

Shams reported that Lillard returned to the Trail Blazers for $42 million in three years.

Shams reported that Lillard and the Trail Blazers have been paying close attention to the return in recent weeks, with Lillard and Trail Blazers GM Cronin and coach Billups meeting several times at Lillard's home and working together to eventually lead to the contract to return to the Trail Blazers.

Haynes also reported that Cronin went to Lillard's home, and the two settled and focused on reaching a return contract, giving Lillard a chance to retire at the Trail Blazers.