Blazers' Rising Star Scoot Henderson Sidelined with Hamstring Tear

As of November 4th, 2025, Scoot Henderson's third season with the Portland Trail Blazers has yet to get off the ground. The talented young guard has been sidelined since late September with a left hamstring tear sustained during an offseason workout.

At the time of the injury, it was announced that Henderson would return to basketball activities in four-to-eight weeks. However, it's been about halfway through that timeline, and there hasn't yet been any news on the 21-year-old getting back on the court.

While the Blazers take on the Los Angeles Lakers in a nationally televised game, Henderson is spending time with veteran point guard Damian Lillard, who is out for the year with a torn Achilles. Henderson is also likely learning from newly acquired veteran Jrue Holiday, which could prove valuable for his growth and understanding of the game.

The good news for Henderson and Blazers fans is that the young guard is expected to return at some point, though the exact timeline remains uncertain. In the meantime, Henderson will continue to work on his recovery and soak up as much knowledge as he can from the experienced players around him.