The Portland Trail Blazers put together yet another lackluster effort on Sunday night against the San Antonio Spurs, losing 131-118 behind 34 points from DeMar DeRozan and another 29 from Lamarcus Aldridge. The Blazers were led by Damian Lillard’s 37 points, 16 of which came in the first quarter. The Spurs shot 60% from the field and 73% from distance on the night.
Here are a few key takeaways from tonight’s game:
- Riding the struggle bus. Portland has now lost two in-a-row and five of their last six.