The Portland Trail Blazers are set to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies this Saturday in an intriguing NBA matchup at the Moda Center. This game is particularly notable as it marks the second leg of a back-to-back for the Blazers, who recently broke a six-game losing streak with a commanding 135-115 victory over the Grizzlies on Friday.
As the Blazers (24-28) prepare for this contest, they will be looking to build on their recent success. The team showcased an impressive performance in the previous game, shooting 54% from the field and 41% from beyond the arc, totaling 31 assists on 49 baskets. Highlighting the victory was the successful return of point guard Scoot Henderson, who recorded 11 points, nine assists, and five rebounds in just 21 minutes after missing the first half of the season due to a hamstring injury. Alongside him, Jerami Grant contributed 23 points, while Jrue Holiday added 20 points, seven assists, and five rebounds.
In contrast, the Grizzlies (20-30) have been struggling, having lost seven of their last nine games. They recently made headlines with a significant eight-player trade, but faced challenges in their last outing without several key players, including Ja Morant and Santi Aldama. Despite these limitations, ten players contributed to the scoring against the Blazers, with Cam Spencer leading with 18 points.
In terms of broadcasting, fans can catch the action on Rip City Radio (KPOJ 620 AM) and local television channels such as KUNP and Spectrum. For those wishing to stream the game online, BlazerVision offers live or on-demand options for subscribers.
Looking ahead, the Blazers are set to host the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, which presents an opportunity for them to gain momentum as they navigate the second half of the season. The combination of recent performance improvements and the return of key players offers a hopeful outlook for the team’s future games.