Always-short-handed Portland needed a win, and now-short-handed Indiana needed some rest. Both teams will get what they needed with the Blazers’ relatively-easy 139-129 victory Sunday night.
Minds Elsewhere. After the shocking news earlier in the day of Kobe Bryant’s untimely death, both teams had to find a way to get into gameday mode.
Lillard Is Feelin’ It. Another crazy game from Damian, who finished with 50 points on 14-23 shooting (8-12 from three and 14-16 FT’s).
Great Start. With CJ McCollum back in the lineup, Portland opened up a lead from the opening tip, finishing with a 30+ foot jumper from Lillard to lead by 9 after the first.