The Clippers handed the Trail Blazers their second loss in three games via a 133-116 result on Tuesday. Portland fell behind early to Los Angeles, surrendering 47 points to Paul George and the Clippers in the opening frame. The Blazers managed to claw back within single digits, but the Clippers’ all-out defensive approach against Damian Lillard kept Portland’s comeback attempt short of the mark.
Individually, Norman Powell picked up the scoring load for the Blazers with 32 points. Lillard, who faced pressure throughout the night, was held to 11 points. For the Clippers, George and Kawhi Leonard combined for 65 points.