Trail Blazers vs Lakers are two of the most exciting teams to watch in the NBA. Their rivalry is one of the most intense in the league, and their games are always close and competitive.

TRAIL BLAZERS VS LAKERS | 3RD QUARTER REPORT

The Lakers are on track to have a winning record if they win this game. They currently have a 7-point lead against the Trail Blazers after playing three quarters.

The Lakers’ recent performance suggests they’re on track to improve their record to 6-6 in the near future, while the Trail Blazers will have to work hard to reverse their fortunes and avoid a 3-8 record.

Current Records: Lakers 6-6, Trail Blazers 3-8

TRAIL BLAZERS VS LAKERS | GAMES

The Lakers recently wrapped up a three-game homestand but are now gearing up for an away game against the Portland Trail Blazers, scheduled for 10:00 p.m. ET on Friday at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Both teams are entering this matchup with a bit of extra motivation, having suffered losses in their previous games.

Despite being favored in the point spread on Wednesday, the Lakers couldn’t secure a win, facing a 125-110 defeat against Sacramento. The Kings seem to be a tough opponent for the Lakers, who have now come up short in their last two encounters. Noteworthy performances came from LeBron James, who achieved a triple-double with 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists, and D’Angelo Russell, contributing 28 points. James has been on a roll, surpassing his previous point total in the last three games. On the downside, Austin Reaves struggled with a disappointing 0-5 three-point shooting.

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On the other hand, the Trail Blazers added to their recent struggles with a fifth consecutive loss, falling 109-95 to Cleveland on Wednesday. Shooting 18.6% worse than their opponents, the Trail Blazers discovered the challenges of winning when faced with such a significant shooting deficit.

The Lakers now stand at 6-6 after the recent defeat, marking their fifth consecutive loss at home. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers’ record dropped to 3-8. Both teams failed to cover the spread in their last outings. Looking ahead, the Lakers are the favorites with experts predicting a 3.5-point victory. This game will be the Trail Blazers’ 12th consecutive appearance as underdogs, currently holding a 5-6 record against the spread during this stretch.

The matchup appears poised for a potential blowout, with the Lakers showcasing an impressive 48.8% field goal percentage per game, ranking fourth overall. In contrast, the Trail Blazers have struggled, managing only a 43.3% success rate this season. The substantial advantage in shooting efficiency positions the Trail blazers vs Lakers will need to find a way to narrow this gap. Stay tuned for post-game expert analysis and additional NBA content after the conclusion of the match.

TRAIL BLAZERS VS LAKERS | ODDS

Lakers is a 3.5-point favorite against Trail Blazers, according to the latest NBA odds.

TRAIL BLAZERS VS LAKERS | GAME HISTORY

Nov 12, 2023 – Los Angeles 116 vs. Portland 110
Feb 13, 2023 – Portland 127 vs. Los Angeles 115
Jan 22, 2023 – Los Angeles 121 vs. Portland 112
Nov 30, 2022 – Los Angeles 128 vs. Portland 109
Oct 23, 2022 – Portland 106 vs. Los Angeles 104
Feb 09, 2022 – Portland 107 vs. Los Angeles 105
Feb 02, 2022 – Los Angeles 99 vs. Portland 94
Dec 31, 2021 – Los Angeles 139 vs. Portland 106
Nov 06, 2021 – Portland 105 vs. Los Angeles 90
May 07, 2021 – Portland 106 vs. Los Angeles 101

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