The Portland Trail Blazers started hot and had a 20-point lead over the Chicago Bulls early on, but watched their lead disintegrate in an contrasting second-half display before Zach LaVine’s step-back three gave them a four-point deficit with 10.7 seconds remaining. Despite their best efforts, they failed to force the game into overtime and have fallen to 3-4 to start the season. Continue reading
The 2019-20 NBA playoffs continues, as the Lakers face a tricky series opponent to begin their title assault here. Frank Vogel will urge consistency from his players against a determined Portland side – who had to beat Memphis in a play-in over the weekend to book their playoff berth. Will LA send them back down to earth? Continue reading
It’s official: veteran free agent forward Carmelo Anthony’s initial non-guaranteed deal to join the Portland Trail Blazers has been completed today after he passed physical exams and finalised necessary paperwork. He has been ‘activated’ and could feature during tonight’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Continue reading
