The San Antonio Spurs lead the series 3-1 against the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA playoffs, with Victor Wembanyama returning to dominate Game 4. The Blazers face elimination in Game 5 tonight at the Frost Bank Center in Texas.
Key points
Spurs lead series 3-1 against Trail Blazers
Wembanyama returned in Game 4 after concussion
Spurs outscored Blazers 73-35 in second half of Game 4
Blazers rely on Avdija and Grant for scoring
Game 5 takes place at Frost Bank Center in Texas
San Antonio SpursPortland Trail BlazersVictor WembanyamaDeâAaron Fox
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs look to close out their first-round Western Conference playoff series against the Portland Trail Blazers tonight when they take the court at the Frost Bank Center in Texas. The Spurs hold a commanding 3-1 series lead following the return of Wembanyama (concussion) and nothing short of a dominant second half in Game 4. As a result, the Spurs look primed to advance to Round 2.
After sitting out Game 3, Wembanyama returned over the weekend to dominate Game 4 with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and seven blocks as the Spurs recovered from a 17-point halftime deficit outscoring the Blazers 73-35 in the second half to win 114-93. DeâAaron Fox added 28 points including 4-8 from deep to support the cause and put the Blazers on the brink of elimination.
Facing an end to their season after losing both playoff games in Portland last week, the Trail Blazers will try and take solace in the fact they blew substantial leads in both of those losses. Portland continues to rely heavily on the tandem of Deni Avdija (26 points in Game 4) and Jerami Grant (17 points in Game 4). However, the Blazers' inconsistent three-point shootingâranking 27th in percentage during the regular season despite high volumeâhas bogged down their offense. Yes, the Blazers are strong on the boards, but they need to score on a higher percentage of their shots to extend this series. Not easy against the NBAâs best defender in Wembanyama and the overall aggressive team defense of the Spurs.
Lets take a closer look at tonightâs matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.
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Q&A
What are the odds for the Spurs vs. Blazers Game 5?
The latest odds for Game 5 can be found through sportsbooks like DraftKings, reflecting the Spurs' strong position in the series.
How did Victor Wembanyama perform in Game 4 against the Blazers?
Victor Wembanyama scored 27 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, and recorded seven blocks in Game 4, leading the Spurs to a comeback victory.
What do the Trail Blazers need to do to avoid elimination in Game 5?
The Trail Blazers must improve their shooting efficiency and capitalize on their rebounding advantage to extend the series against the Spurs.
When is the Spurs vs. Blazers Game 5 scheduled?
Game 5 of the Spurs vs. Blazers playoff series is scheduled for tonight at the Frost Bank Center in Texas.
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Game Odds: Trail Blazers vs. Spurs
The latest odds as of Tuesday courtesy ofDraftKings:
Moneyline: Portland Trail Blazers (+440), San Antonio Spurs (-600)
Spread: Spurs -11.5
Total: 216.5 points
This game opened Spurs -11.5 with the Game Total set at 215.5.
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Expected Starting Lineups: Trail Blazers vs. Spurs
Damian Lillard (Achilles) has been declared OUT for tonightâs game
Important stats, trends and insights: Spurs vs. Trail Blazers
The Spurs are 33-9 at home this season
The Blazers are 20-24 on the road this season
The Spurs are 48-37-2 ATS this season
Portland is 46-41 ATS this season
The OVER has cashed in 44 of the Blazersâ 87 games this season (44-43)
The OVER has cashed in 37 of the Spursâ 87 games this season (37-50)
Stephon Castle is averaging 6.3 assists per game in this series
Donovan Clingan is averaging 8.5 rebounds per game in this series
Jrue Holiday was 8-15 from beyond the arc in Games 3 and 4
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