Fresh off the news they had clinched a playoff spot after a Timberwolves loss, the Portland Trail Blazers broke open a close game in the third quarter to easily roll over the Memphis Grizzlies, 113-98. Damian Lillard led with 27 points and 9 assists. CJ McCollum finished with 20 points and 9 assists, and Evan Turner and Al-Farouq Aminu each scored 17.
Memphis made a late run to force the starters back into the game, but it was never in doubt.
Here were a few essentials from this one.
- Not Gonna Watch That Again.