Portland and Seattle are two cities that have detested each other, a sentiment that began in the 19th century.
The competition between these two rain-infamous Pacific Northwest cities can match that of Charlotte and Atlanta, Cleveland and Pittsburgh, St. Louis and Chicago, or San Francisco and Los Angeles.
The rivalry between the cities is comprehensive, ranging from the initial economic competition in maritime trade and rail transport vital to the cities' development to later expansions into sports, culture, cuisine, and even legal statutes, each aiming to outdo the other.
As the flag and pride of Oregon's sports teams, the Portland Trail Blazers have always been at the forefront of the rivalry between the two cities.