Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge announced today that he'll sign with the San Antonio Spurs. Reported four-year deal worth $80 million. The move, along with signings by Robin Lopez, Wes Matthews and the trade of Nic Batum leaves Portland without four of last season's starting five.

After the announcement, I posted a column on why it is you can't blame Aldridge for his decision.

A few minutes ago, I received the following from Aldridge: