The Portland Trail Blazers stared down Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight with positioning for the 2018 NBA Playoffs and tiebreaker privileges on the line. Oklahoma City played without Carmelo Anthony but they still brought the reigning NBA MVP, perennial All-Star Paul George, plus plenty of size and athleticism to the court. The Blazers brought their familiar star backcourt, one of whom would have a tough night. Normally that would spell trouble for a squad short on options, but Head Coach Terry Stotts went Inspector Gadget, pressing a hidden button on his left elbow and summoning rookie Zach Collins from Gonzaga to save the day.
Zach Collins Rides to the Rescue as Blazers Down Thunder
