OPB's First Look: How the Blazers' buyer made his fortune
Before Tom Dundon became a professional sports owner, he built his fortune through subprime auto loans. Here's your First Look at Friday's news.
www.opb.orgHere’s a quick update on Tom Dundon as of early May 2026:
- Ownership status and recent activity: Dundon remains the principal owner of the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes, and in 2026 he expanded public attention to his involvement with the Portland Trail Blazers as the new owner, with formal introductions occurring in April 2026. This has propelled him into headlines about his foray into NBA ownership and the implications for Portland.[3][4]
- Public perception and coverage: Coverage ranges from business and sports outlets analyzing his track record with Wilmington-based ventures (notably his earlier involvement with subprime auto lending) to commentary about how his ownership might shape Blazers’ strategy and finances. Some analyses emphasize caution given his prior business experiences in other sports ventures.[4][9]
- Notable media items: You’ll find introductory press conferences and follow-up discussions in local and national outlets, including video summaries from Portland-area outlets and profile pieces outlining what Dundon might prioritize as Blazers owner.[10][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest specific headlines from a date window (e.g., this week) and summarize what they say about his plans for the Blazers, any coaching/searching activity related to him, or developments with the Hurricanes. I can also provide direct links to the most relevant articles.