Damian Lillard went back to Oakland High on Thursday to help make the path for some current students there a little easier.

NBC star Damian Lillard paid a visit to his alma mater, Oakland High School, to speak about his journey and inspire the next generation of professional athletes.

"Bucks star Damian Lillard (hamstring soreness) is expected to miss tonight’s game against the Timberwolves, but is still expected to participate in the 3-point competition and All-Star Game, a source said. Tonight is the Bucks’ last game before the All-Star break," Spears wrote.

During All Star Week, NBA star Damian LIllard returns home to Oakland to visit his high school and neighborhood rec center in East Oakland. He thanked community members who supported him growing up. He said he and Addidas will fund renovations to the rec center.

Oakland native and NBA All-Star player Damian Lillard returned to his roots Thursday at his alma mater Oakland High School to announce a $25,000 student scholarship. Lillard of the Milwaukee Bucks announced the partnership with Portland State University for The PSU Damian Lillard Scholarship,