Damian Lillard is reportedly frustrated with Portland because of their inability to build a championship-contending team and the team's head coaching hiring process.
Chauncey Billups, a former Finals MVP and current Clippers assistant coach, has reportedly emerged as the favorite for the Trail Blazers head coach position.
Stotts leaves after nine seasons and eight playoff appearances with the franchise, though Portland was knocked out in the first round in four of the last five years.