Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
108
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Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 36 | 17 | 25 | 108 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 31 | 25 | 31 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers shocked the Clippers 112-108. The tempo dragged the Clippers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Trail Blazers; Trail Blazers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.